

Percival Earle “Vola” Francis, MBE
Percy, his nickname, however, to the Junkanoo world called “Vola,” loved art. A Bahamian who, at the age of 17, became leader of the Junkanoo group called the Saxons, later known as the Shell Saxons Superstars. “Vola,” the group’s artistic designer and costume builder, also added singer/songwriter to his credits. For his dedication and achievements, he has received many honours and awards. Throughout the years, he has taken his group to higher heights and continues to contribute to Junkanoo throughout the Bahamas and the world. “Vola” has been branded as “The King of Junkanoo.”
THE BAHAMAS SALUTES THE GREATS….BAHAMIAN GREATS
SERIES 2 VOLUME II
Credits
PERCIVAL EARLE “VOLA” FRANCIS, MBE
Information Sources
www.youtube.com
Voiceover
Altovise Munnings
Music
Public Domain
Junkanoo Video Footage
U-Star Video Productions
Editors
Mega Media Group
Riff Raff Animation Media
Cover Graphics
Raphael A. Munnings II
Photos Research
Wendy Munnings