Italians in Scotland Flashcards
1
Q
Why did the Italians leave Italy ?
A
- economic problems
- poverty
- famine
- dependency on agriculture
- lack of industrialisation
2
Q
Where did the Italians settle in Scotland ?
A
- typically in the South-West
- some on the East Coast
- in Renfrewshire and Ayrshire they set up chippy’s and ice cream parlours
- many settled in Edinburgh and Lothians
- in Glasgow they owned hairdressers and restaurants
3
Q
What was the Italian experience in Scotland ?
A
- seen as morally corrupt
- caused tension w/ religious leaders (Catholic)
- Presbytarian vs Catholic
