Crown Colony Government In Jamaica Flashcards
During what years was Jamaica colonized by the British?
1655-1962
What is a Colony?
A colony is a country that is owned and controlled by another country.
During what time was Jamaica under direct Colonial Rule (Crown Colony Government)?
1865-1938
During what time was Jamaica under the Military Rule?
1656-1661
During what time was Jamaica under the Old Representative System/Government?
1664-1865
During what time was Jamaica under the Civil Government?
1661-1664
In 1656, who’s Rule was Jamaica under?
The Spanish Rule
Who expelled the Spanish and which year did this happen?
English in 1661
Who was in charge of setting the affairs of the island?
The Military
Who was Jamaica’s first Civil Governor?
Colonel Edward Doyley
How many men did the governor chose to help him rule the country instead of an election?
10 men
When did Jamaica have their first election?
January 1664
Who made the laws during the old representative system?
The governor, Legislative Council and the house of assembly
Who represented the King?
The Governor
What’s the legislative Council?
A council selected by the governor to assist him with his duties
