Father Kemp's Legacy
Because of the message the lyrics conveyed and the melody that carried the tune, it served the purpose of a national song. Father Kemps had been inspired by the great beauty of the island and it's cool way of life.
In 1980, as a catholic priest he was in charge of the Grand-Case church.
In 1984, on the occasion of the Queen Beatrix's Birthday, Father Kemps was knighted Ridder of the "Order of Orange-Nassau".
Although there are some now on St. Martin who are unaware of Father Kemps, his legacy lives on in the St. Martin's song.
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