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Explore the rich history of Jamaica, from the arrival of the first people to the fight for freedom and independence. Discover the impact of colonization, the struggles against Spanish oppression, and the eventual British invasion. Learn about the key figures and events that shaped Jamaica's long and vibrant history.
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Jamaican History Jamaica is the third largest Island in the Caribbean behind Cuba and Hispaniola
First people in Jamaica • People from Venzuela and Guiana. • 2 wawes (650 AD and 900 AD) • Fights
Columbus • 1494 • Fear, disease and terror • Torturing by the sailors
Spanish people • 1510 • No better than Columbus • Seville and Spanish Town • No ruins
British forces • Invasion in 1655 • 18th century’s needs • 19th century- freedom
Independence • 1930 - the first step • Alexander Bustamante and Norman Manley • 1962- the dream has come true • National heroes
Conclusion • Jamaica’s long history • The fight • Freedom