topic 3: scots abroad ~ australia π¦ Flashcards
1
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the shipping industry π³οΈ
MM
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- McIlwraith & MCEacharn founded 1st firm: 1875
- big impact on economy, increased trade> meat to Britain & provided transportation
2
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wine π·π
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- samual mcwilliams, vineyards in 3 states in Aus e.g. victoria
- helped develop wine industry, boosted economy & offered jobs.
3
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mining πͺ¨
β¦..brown
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- james & alexander brown established coal mines> newcastle (new south wales) very successful
- scots used skills from scotland to develop this industry> contributed like others shipping & engineering
4
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beer π»
1884
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- robert mcracken introduced brewing of beer: melbourne, 100,000 barrels yearly by 1884
- helped develop beer industry, boosted economy and created many jobs
5
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education π«πΈ
parish schools + academy
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- melbourne academy in victoria βscotch collegeβ, 1850 42 parish schools in NSW (schools from scot)
- scots in Church of Scotland played significant role- developing education (learnt about christianity from church ppl at parish)
6
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farming & sheep ππΎ
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- john macarther introduced merino sheep to aus & techniques e.g. crop rotation
- boosted economy & helped develop farming industry and wool production
7
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Angus McMillian π‘
1843
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- borin in scot> emigrated to canda, him&highland bregade massacred 150 aboriginals @ warrigal creek (in 1843)
- negative impact: depleted population & established culture to be against natives/discriminated against
8
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intermarriges ππ°
brothers
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- scots learnt language, culture> married aboriginal women (John & Alec Mortimer) stood up for indigneous rights
- impact on Aus by creating good relationships, as helped ^ communication & fight discrimination
