#Jamaican History

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Bluntblackjew via Instagram: "Jamaican Jewish history is so extensive that this post would, instead of 7 slides, probably extend to 30 or more. That is what I love about the history of Jamaica, and the fact this is history is living history. This condensed version is how Jamaican Jews came as refugees and became one of the many people on the island to directly influence history "Jews in the Caribbean, especially Safardi Jews, never disappeared. We continue to exist, and I hope this post educates and removes the erasure of our history that we continue to see."

[memories-of-ancients]

The Jamaican Maroon Wars : Liberated Slaves vs British

from History Dose

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Jamaican Girl, ca. 1956-60

Dod Procter RA (1891 - 1972)

RA Collection: Art

Procter travelled widely, and had already visited Asia, Africa and North America before she began regularly visiting Jamaica during the 1950s. She painted many portraits of Jamaican children during her stays, including this portrait which the RA purchased after it was shown in the 1960 Summer Exhibition. Procter painted Jamaican Girl in the late 1950s, at a time of increased tensions surrounding the growing black presence in Britain and increasing momentum towards Jamaican independence. None of this, however, is registered in the pensive face of Jamaican Girl.

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Day 29: Mary Seacole!

Mary Seacole was a Jaimaican Creole woman, daughter of a Scottish soldier and his Jamaican wife. Her mother, who ran a boarding house, was also a talented folk medicine practitioner, and between her mother’s teachings and the military doctors she met though her father, Mary became a talented midwife and nurse. In 1836, she married Edwin Seacole, but though their marriage was happy, it was relatively brief, leaving Mary a widow. In 1851, Mary travelled to Panama to visit her brother, but quickly found herself in the midst of a massive cholera epidemic. She nursed a neighbor through the disease, and then more and more patients, eventually coming down with the disease herself, but not before saving several lives. She continued nursing patients back home in Jamaica, and in 1853, volunteered for the Crimean War - or, rather, tried to. The War Office declined her offer; Mary, undaunted, headed for the front. In Crimea, she opened the “British Hotel,” in fact a restaurant and general store built of salvaged materials. In the words of one observers she “redeemed the name of sutler,” traveling out from the hotel not only to sell her goods but to deliver tea and treatment to wounded men. The soldiers called her “Mother Seacole,” and Florence Nightengale, though suspicious a hotel would lead to drunkenness, praised her work as a healer.

Her work in Crimea wiped out Mary’s business savings, and she returned to London impoverished. Hearing of her state, soldiers and admirers held fundraisers to support her. In 1857, she published an autobiography, and her patients in the 1870s included Alexandra of Denmark, the then-Princess of Wales. She died in 1881, widely mourned in Britain and Jamaica alike.

[nickysfacts]

Remember kids, a bottle of chocolate milk a day keeps the doctor away!

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[mrsm-h]

Good Morning 💜#BHM Did you know?

#DidYouKnow #MarcusGarvey #BlackHistoryMonth #JamaicanHistory

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Ending with two articles on recent events in Jamaica with the British Monarchy:

[legendunltd]

Jamaica: The Soulful Pulse of Global Influence

Jamaica, with its vibrant culture and rich history, has undeniably left an indelible mark on the global landscape through its music, art, and spiritual heritage. At the heart of Jamaica’s influence lies the timeless rhythms of reggae, the spiritual ethos of Rastafari, and the iconic legacy of Bob Marley. As we delve into the depths of Jamaica’s cultural tapestry, we uncover a profound connection…

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Discovering Harmony Hall: A Journey Through Jamaican History and Architecture

Nestled along the scenic northern coast of Jamaica lies a cultural treasure waiting to be explored – Harmony Hall. With its rich history, architectural splendor, and vibrant cultural offerings, Harmony Hall stands as a testament to Jamaica’s enduring legacy and serves as a beacon of heritage and creativity. Join us on a journey through the pages of this blog as we delve into the captivating world…

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The History of Jamaican Maroons: Resistance, Struggle, and Survival

The Jamaican Maroons hold a significant place in the history of Jamaica, as they are descendants of Africans who bravely freed themselves from the shackles of slavery in the Colony of Jamaica. These resilient individuals established communities of free black people in the island’s rugged mountainous interior, primarily in the eastern parishes. It is believed that Africans who were enslaved during…

[rabbitcruiser]

Christopher Columbus landed on the island of Jamaica on May 5, 1494 and claimed it for Spain.

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The Earthquake Not In It 

January 22, 1907

Death on the Rail smokes and talks to the earthquake horror. Various tallies of earthquake dead show "dead in recent years by earthquake horror all over the world 17,520 people." The gravestone Death on the Rail sits on reads "Killed and Injured annually by railroad disaster in the U.S. 50,000 People.”

The caption reads "Death on the Rail (to the Earthquake Monster) - ‘Go get a reputation; you're a mere amateur.’"

A recent earthquake had killed many in Jamaica, but railroad deaths were far higher.

From Hennepin County Library

Original available at: https://digitalcollections.hclib.org/digital/collection/Bart/id/6912/rec/23

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SEXYPINK - Opportunities to envision our own stories in our way is always satisfying.

[deadassdiaspore]

In 1992, Jamaican dancehall icon, #ShabbaRanks, came to Nigeria to perform at a concert but decided to visit Afrobeat legend, Fela Kuti at Kalakuta Shrine early in the day.

Shabba Ranks then challenged Fela in a smoking contest, but he lost when he passed out & fell asleep. He couldn't perform at the concert that night.

[yearningforunity]

Young teenage boy who, just arrived from Jamaica, shows off his latest reggae dance with his younger brother watching, Brixton Hill. 1968

Ph: Neil Kenlock

[yourdailyqueer]

Denis Simpson (deceased)

Gender: Male

Sexuality: Gay

DOB: 4 November 1950 

RIP: 22 October 2010

Ethnicity: Afro Caribbean - Jamaican

Nationality: Canadian

Occupation: Actor, singer, presenter