Isaac Edmestone Barnes
Isaac Edmestone Barnes was a prominent Jamaican planter and businessman born in 1857, who overcame racial barriers to become a leading fruit exporter, particularly in bananas, during a time when black entrepreneurs faced significant challenges. Despite being the victim of a racially charged attack, he continued to thrive and later became a missionary in Liberia, where he made significant contributions.
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Jamaica:
Isaac Barnes was a theologian who founded the Kingston Christadelphian Assembly and worked in various countries, including South Africa and Liberia.
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Jamaica:
Isaac Barnes was a trained surveyor and fruit exporter who became an internationally renowned diamond miner.
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Jamaica:
Isaac Edmestone Barnes was a missionary who founded the Kingston Christadelphian Assembly and worked to promote unity and equality based on Bible knowledge.
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Jamaica:
Isaac Barnes was a leading fruit exporter and one of the few black business leaders in Jamaica during his time.
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