Arawaks: First settlers of Saint Lucia, brought agriculture, pottery, and social structure.

The Arawaks, indigenous people from northern South America, are recognized as the first proven inhabitants of Saint Lucia. Originating from the Orinoco Delta region, they traveled over water in large dugout canoes, navigating the Caribbean Sea to reach the island. The Arawaks brought with them advanced agricultural techniques, pottery skills, and a structured social system. Their arrival marked the beginning of human settlement in Saint Lucia. Agrarian lifestyles were established, with crops such as cassava being a staple. The Arawaks also introduced techniques for fishing and crafted pottery that has been unearthed by archaeologists in various parts of the island. These artifacts provide evidence of their habitation and culture. The Arawak society was relatively peaceful and organized. They lived in small villages ruled by a cacique, or chief, and their culture included rich oral traditions, religious rituals, and social gatherings. Their presence left an imprint on the island's cultural and historical landscape that endures to this day. Over time, however, the Arawaks faced displacement and conflict with the arrival of the more warlike Caribs. Despite this, the legacy of the Arawaks remains important to the history of Saint Lucia, illustrating early human adaptability and migration in the Caribbean region. #MoofLife #Arawaks #SaintLuciaHistory #IndigenousPeoples #CaribbeanMigration #OralTradition