The British Virgin Islands will celebrate the birthday of Hamilton Lavity Stoutt on March 4, 2024. Stoutt was the first Chief Minister of the British Virgin Islands and is considered to be the father of the nation.

Stoutt was born on March 7, 1929, in Long Bay, Tortola. He was educated at the BVI Elementary School and the St. John's College. After graduating from college, Stoutt worked as a teacher and then as a civil servant.

In 1957, Stoutt was elected to the Legislative Council. He served in the Legislative Council for 38 years and was the leader of the opposition for 20 years. In 1979, Stoutt led the Virgin Islands Party to victory in the general elections. He became the first Chief Minister of the British Virgin Islands on May 14, 1979.

Stoutt served as Chief Minister for 10 years. During his time in office, he oversaw the development of the British Virgin Islands from a small, underdeveloped colony into a thriving tourist destination. He also played a key role in the negotiations that led to the British Virgin Islands gaining full internal self-government in 1984.

Stoutt died on May 14, 1995. He was 66 years old. His death was a great loss to the British Virgin Islands. He was a visionary leader who dedicated his life to the betterment of his country.

The following are some of the things that Hamilton Lavity Stoutt did for the British Virgin Islands:

• He led the Virgin Islands Party to victory in the 1979 general elections, becoming the first Chief Minister of the British Virgin Islands.
• He oversaw the development of the British Virgin Islands from a small, underdeveloped colony into a thriving tourist destination.
• He played a key role in the negotiations that led to the British Virgin Islands gaining full internal self-government in 1984.

Hamilton Lavity Stoutt is a national hero of the British Virgin Islands. His birthday is a public holiday in the territory. People celebrate his birthday by attending parades, festivals, and other events.