Homepage for "Montserrat Historian" Montserrat, an island in Carribbean, with volcano
A place to study: This small island is rebuilding itself after a volcano and a hurricane hit.
Over its long history, it has been mostly claimed by English (Great Britain), though sometimes captured by France in early history. has a rich history of agriculture & trading sugar & cotton & limes since 1700s. Early plantations set up in 1630s still operate today. Botantical trusts, snorkeling, fishin. Culturally part of British Empire "United Kingdom" in education style. In first decade of 2000s: we see new groups (Indian, Sri Lankan,) arrive in 21st century.
Diaspora: Many native Montserratians are "alumni" of the island, who left to reside in London, or in USA, Boston, MA and NYC etc.
This page is a volunteer led history page for all to learn and share more about the history of this Emerald Isle.
My topics & interests in 2011: Looking for sources for early history and images & data to share: archives Univ. of Fl etc. History of Agriculture History of Scouting History of Education and Leadership in Teachers Movements, Union Movements Cross-Carribbean cultural and arts exchances Political movements, role of Constitution and UK funds any stats for AIDs/HIV rates? Disaster aid, immigration issues
Consider posting to the discussion page some Requests for Research/Questions.
updated 12/26/2010