Before the Windrush, Black sailors were already shaping British ports
In short: While 1948 is often cited as the beginning of Caribbean migration, Britain's maritime history reveals a much deeper story. This video explores how Black sailors from Africa and the Caribbean were integral to the Merchant Navy long before the Empire Windrush.
The narrative of Caribbean migration to the UK frequently begins with the arrival of the Empire Windrush in 1948. However, this overlooks generations of maritime history where Black sailors played essential roles in Britain's shipping industry and port cities.
By examining the Merchant Navy, we can uncover a profound but often ignored legacy of diversity that helped build Britain's modern heritage.
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