Desmond Roberts
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Ret’d Colonel Desmond Roberts, a prominent figure in Guyana's history, is best known for his role in the country's independence, having been the first to hoist the national flag at midnight on May 26, 1966, marking the end of British colonial rule.
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Desmond Roberts was present at the hoisting of the National Flag at the independence of Guyana.
Saving Georgetown - Stabroek NewsStabroek News·
Guyana· 2025-11-15
Guyana· 2025-11-15
Desmond Roberts is the author of the letter reflecting on the formation of the Guyana Defence Force.
Baptism by fire – the birth of the Guyana Defence ForceStabroek News·Guyana· 2025-11-04
Guyana· 2025-11-04
Desmond Roberts was the then young military officer who hoisted the National Flag at the independence ceremony.
On this Independence anniversary let us talk and find a compromise on the way forwardStabroek News·Guyana· 2025-05-25
Guyana· 2025-05-25
