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What was the name of the park that was named in memory of William Grant?
What was the name of the park that was named in memory of William Grant?
Grant Park
What order of distinction was William Grant awarded in 1977?
What order of distinction was William Grant awarded in 1977?
The Order of Distinction
The first trade union in Jamaica was the Bustamante Industrial Trade Union (BITU).
The first trade union in Jamaica was the Bustamante Industrial Trade Union (BITU).
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The ______ was formed by the Jamaican Labour Party (JLP).
The ______ was formed by the Jamaican Labour Party (JLP).
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The National Workers Union (NWU) was affiliated mainly with the trade union movement.
The National Workers Union (NWU) was affiliated mainly with the trade union movement.
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What is the significance of the public rallies and marches which were held primarily in the corporate area?
What is the significance of the public rallies and marches which were held primarily in the corporate area?
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Labour Day is marked by one major trade union.
Labour Day is marked by one major trade union.
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What concept should be demonstrated on Labour Day?
What concept should be demonstrated on Labour Day?
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Why is it important to remember the militancy of ancestors?
Why is it important to remember the militancy of ancestors?
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We should never congregate, and we should respect and protect these rights.
We should never congregate, and we should respect and protect these rights.
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Study Notes
Jamaica's Labour History
- William Grant Park was renamed in his memory in 1977 and awarded the Order of Distinction in 1974
- Bustamante became Jamaica's first Prime Minister and was awarded National Hero status
- His statue in downtown Kingston demonstrates his militancy in protecting the people of Jamaica
Rise of Labour Unions
- Trade Unions were formed in response to labour upheavals to champion workers' causes
- The Bustamante Industrial Trade Union (BITU) was formed by the Jamaica Labour Party
- The National Workers Union (NWU) was formed by the People's National Party (PNP)
- Labour Day, from 1961-1971, was mainly celebrated by the trade unions in collaboration with political parties.
- Labour Day celebrations often involved public rallies, meetings, and marches, sometimes leading to clashes between opposing trade unions and political parties. This was a contrast to the original concept of Labour Day as a demonstration of unity between workers.
Significance of Ancestors
- The ancestors' militancy is the reason for many freedoms in modern Jamaica.
- These sacrifices should be remembered and protect the rights of Jamaicans of today
- These freedoms include the right to vote, worship and freedom of assembly.
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Explore the significant events and figures in Jamaica's labour history, including the impact of trade unions and the role of national leaders. This quiz covers important milestones such as the formation of unions, Labour Day celebrations, and the legacy of figures like Bustamante. Test your knowledge of how these developments shaped Jamaica's social and political landscape.
