Recent Migration

Question 1

Causes for Huguenot Migration?

Answer 1

Religious persecution- St Bartholomew’s Day Massacre (thousands of protestants died)
England was seen as a save haven as it was protestant
Edward IV allowed a French church to be set up in England

Question 2

Consequences of Huguenot Migration

Answer 2

Contributed a lot to Britains social and economic impact
France lost lots of talented craftsmen and merchants
Started new industries in Britain
Helped Britain become the first country to industrialise
Contributed to setting up the Bank of England
Highly valuable