Many of these soldiers were Germans. Brunswick is a German name, and so it is believed that this open space was named after the German soldiers who used it. 1808 - Port of Spain is on fire. The fire burns all night. Many buildings in Port of Spain are burnt to the ground.
Many persons are homeless.
Tents are put up in Brunswick Square. Rebuilding of the Anglican Church begins immediately but this time in the centre of the Square. People are angry. They complain to the Governor. Work on the church in the Square is stopped.