Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, notes with sadness the passing of Kwailan La Borde.
Between 1969 and 1973, Kwailan La Borde, alongside her late husband Harold La Borde and their son Pierre, embarked on a historic journey to become the first sailors from Trinidad and Tobago to circumnavigate the globe aboard the vessel Hummingbird II.
In recognition of their remarkable achievement, the couple was awarded Trinidad and Tobago’s highest national honour at the time, the Trinity Cross, in 1973, for their contributions to navigation and adventure.
The Office of the President extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Kwailan La Borde. May she rest in eternal peace.
