Eric Williams was a prominent political figure and historian from Trinidad and Tobago. He served as the first Prime Minister of the country from 1962 to 1981, playing a crucial role in its post-independence development. Williams was also a founding member of the People's National Movement, a major political party in Trinidad and Tobago. In addition to his political career, Williams was an accomplished scholar. He authored several influential books, including "Capitalism and Slavery," which examined the economic impact of slavery on the Caribbean. His work has had a lasting influence on the study of Caribbean history and the understanding of colonialism.