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It was a major celebration for the African slaves in

Jamaica.

People parade through the streets

dressed up in colorful outfits.

Historically this celebration was held when slave families were

together (normally for Christmas) and had the

opportunity to make fun of their European owners.

Traditionally men wear white masks.

Wild Indian, Devil, Belly-Woman, Pitchy-Patchy and Sailor are some of

the main characters.

This festival is celebrated at

Christmas time but also on

Emancipation Day or on Independence Day

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John Canoe, Jonkanoo, Joncanu,

Johnkannu, Jonkonnu, Jonkunu,

Johnkankus, Junkanoo or Junkanu