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The history of Fort de France is closely tied to that of Martinique. Nonetheless, the history of Fort de France has been shaped and influenced by its geographical location and its statut as the administrative capital.
Fort de France, situated on the Caribbean coastline, is a city of art and tradition and forms a dynamic urban centre with its neighbouring communities of Schoelcher, Le Lamentin and Saint-Joseph.
The habitants of Fort de France and the Martinique population in general, share a century-old history as well as a rich cultural, architectural and natural heritage, just waiting to be discovered.
Some great names in history
Victor Schoelcher, In favour of the abolition of slavery, Deputy of Martinique in 1848 , Senator in 1878
Cadet Daniel, liberated slave, "Talented Negro"…Founder of the first jewellers of Fort de France in 1870
Antoine Siger, Notary, Mayor of Fort de France assassinated on 29th April 1908 during his election campaign.
André Alexandre, Founder of the Alexandre bookshop in 1910, the first bookshop in the Caribbean.
Victor Sévère, Lawyer, Députy, General Counsel and Mayor of Fort de France between 1900 and 1945
Pierre Aliker, Doctor and Deputy Mayor of Fort de France from 1945 to 2001. Brother of Marcel and André Aliker.
Aimé Césaire, Writer, Deputy and Mayor of Fort de France from 1945 to 2001
.jpg) Victor Schoelcher  Aimé Césaire
Authors of novels based on Fort de France :
Patrick Chamoiseau, "An tan d'enfance" - Carbet Prize 90, "Texaco" - Goncourt Prize 92...
Raphaël Confiant, "L’Allée des Soupirs" – Carbet Prize 94, "Morne Pichevin"...
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