impact of the Great War on fishing Flashcards
what state was the fishing industry in before the Great War?
Before the Great War the fishing industry was in a strong position. In 1914 the industry employed over 32,500 people
Why was foreign trade important to the Scot’s industry
foreign trade was important to Scot’s industry because it contributed to much of its success. Regular customers included Russia, Germany and much of Eastern Europe
Why was the fishing industry and fisherman important to the British war effort? Why was there a high demand for produce?
They could be employed in other areas during the war. Fishing boats where turned into minesweepers and fishermen where wanted because they new the water around Scotland well.
Explain the actions taken by the British government and the impact this had on the fishing industry
In September 1914 all east coast ports in Scotland where taken over by the Royal Navy. The North Sea was closed to almost all fisherman and fishing was banned in the Clyde. As a result employment dropped drastically
What was the fishing industry like in the 1920’s and 30’s
Not good. Boats needed repairing due to damage in the war but the navy refused to pay for them. Foreign customers stopped buying Scottish herring and the guarantee prices where removed. Herring became less profitable and the industry suffered.
