White Rebel

TT Lewis stands out as a remarkable figure in a colonial society marked by rigid color and class hierarchies. As a white Barbadian, he boldly advocated for progressive ideas, challenging the status quo and facing significant repercussions for his beliefs. His political career spanned various parties, and he notably served as a representative in the House of Assembly for Bridgetown. Lewis is particularly remembered for the 1949 "Lewis Demonstration" and for pioneering free secondary education, significantly impacting the empowerment of citizens through education.