The Loyalists Flashcards
Who were the Loyalists?
Persons who remained loyal to the British
When was the American Revolution?
1775-1783
What were the causes of the American Revolution?
Taxes, Stamp Act, Quartering, and Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party
When did the Loyalists arrive in The Bahamas?
September 1776
What happened to the Loyalists in America after the war was over?
Their businesses were boycotted, had their land confiscated, and were sometimes bullied, tarred, and feathered
Why did the Loyalists choose to settle in The Bahamas?
It was close to America, it was under the British rule, had a lot of land available, and the climate was warm and suitable for plantation farming
What problems were experienced by the Loyalists when they arrived in The Bahamas?
Lack of food and lack of shelter
How were the Loyalists problems solved?
Food was shipped into the colonies and lean tots were used to provide shelter for the colonists
What were the results of the American Revolution?
Migration of Loyalists to areas of Canada and The Caribbean, all British control of American trade was lifted, and the 13 colonies became an independent nation
How did the Loyalists influence the Bahamian society?
The population increased, ratios of blacks to whites changed (1:1 to 1:3), New streets were built, and a police force was started
Who were the Rebels?
Persons who did not want to be ruled by England
What religion was introduced by the Loyalist to The Bahamas?
Anglican
What was the name of the newspaper introduced by the Loyalist?
The Bahamas Gazette
Who started the first newspaper in the Bahamas after the arrival of the Loyalists?
John Wells
Between which years was there an influx of Loyalist to The Bahamas?
1783-1785
