Selwyn Strachan

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Selwyn Strachan was an early and active member of both the J.E.W.E.L. and MAP organizations in Grenada. Later he became a key member of the New Jewel Movement (NJM).

Strachan was imprisoned in 1983 for his role in the murder of Grenada Prime Minister Maurice Bishop and several of Bishop's supporters. He was released from prison in 2009.

Selwyn Strachan Bio
My Five Years on Death Row
The Grenada Revo Story, Part 1
Discover the roots of the Grenada Revolution as the NJM overthrows long-time Prime Minister Eric Gairy, ushering in four years of radical change and hope for Grenada. Hear how Maurice Bishop rose to leadership, the formation of the People's Revolutionary Government, and the simmering tensions within the new regime that would ultimately set the stage for future conflict.
The Grenada Revo Story, Part 2
Follow the charismatic Maurice Bishop as he leads the NJM through ambitious reforms, with both local and international support—especially from Cuba. Hear how dreams of joint leadership with Deputy PM Bernard Coard spark international debates and exposes hidden rivalries.
Grenada Revolution Timeline
View a timeline of the Grenada Revolution

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