The Carib Chief
Carib chiefCaribbean indigenous leaderKalinago leaderPre-Columbian CaribbeanAntillean native governance
The Carib Chief, also known as a Kalinago leader, was a pivotal figure in the indigenous societies of the Lesser Antilles. These powerful chiefs commanded respect, guided their communities through conflict and peace, and preserved the rich cultural heritage of the Carib people. Their role was central to the social structure and defense of native islanders in the pre-Columbian Caribbean.