Immigrants Impact On Britain Flashcards
How did Irish immigrants in the 18th and 19th centuries change Britain?
They became Navvies (built canals) and helped to build the railways.
Which immigrant group brought reggae music to Britain and helped to challenge racism in the 1950s and 1960s?
West Indian or Caribbean immigrants.
Give two ways that Asian immigration in the 20th century has improved Britain?
Asian immigrants have worked as doctors in the NHS and changed our culture by introducing popular foods, clothing and music.
The most recent immigrants have come from new European Union countries such as Poland. What impact has this had on Britain in the 21st Century?
Polish immigrants do vital jobs in agriculture and start up many small businesses. They have also changed our culture by introducing now types of food to our shops.
Jewish people have lived in Britain for centuries, however many European Jews immigrated to Britain during the time of the Nazis and the Second World War (1930s and 1940s). How have they changed Britain?
They have brought their faith and culture and have helped to challenge anti-semitism (anti-jewish).
