Explain the impact migrants had on the social and economic development of The Bahamas in the 20th century.

Study Sources C and D. Explain the impact migrants had on the social and economic development of The Bahamas in the 20th century. [15 marks]

Source C
Chinese-Bahamians have a long history, dating back to at least 1879. The original Chinese immigrants came from Cuba - explaining why Hispanic surnames are not uncommon - and got their start in the restaurant, laundry, and cleaning industries. Originally known to Bahamians as ‘Celestials,” the Chinese quickly established themselves as hard-working members of Bahamian society. By the 1920s, they were major business figures. Additional immigration came later from Chinese communities in the U.S. and from Hong Kong.

Chinese in the Caribbean The Genie Projects

Source D
In 1936 there came three New Englanders, the Erickson brothers. They had come to revive the old salt industry, and soon an industrial hum dispelled the quiet of Matthew Town. Mechanized tractors, diesel-powered pumps and giant lorries were imported to do the work which had once been done by hand rakes, windmills and mule-drawn trams.

The Story of The Bahamas, Dr. Paul Albury

How do you get the maximum points?

In order to get your 15 marks you should be able to give more than five economic and social impacts of the migrant groups on The Bahamas with full explanation. 

How should should you write your essay?  A suggested format.

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