Migration Through Time

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Study Notes

Migration from Europe to North America

Migration primarily occurred between the early 17th century and the mid-20th century.
A significant influx happened during periods such as the Great Atlantic Migration from 1840 to 1920.

Migration of Iberians to Central and South America

Main reason for migration was the pursuit of wealth and resources, particularly during the Age of Exploration.
Driven by the desire to colonize and exploit territories rich in gold, silver, and agricultural lands.

Penal Colony for Great Britain

Australia functioned as a major Penal Colony, established in the late 18th century.
This was part of Britain’s strategy to alleviate overcrowding in prisons at home and to establish a foothold in the Pacific region.

Migration of Enslaved People from Angola and Nigeria

Enslaved Africans were forcibly transported to the Americas primarily for labor on plantations.
The transatlantic slave trade was driven by the demand for labor in the production of cash crops such as sugar, tobacco, and cotton.

Chinese Migration to Southeast Asia

Chinese people migrated in significant numbers to Southeast Asia in the late 1800s and early 1900s for economic opportunities.
Motivated by factors such as labor shortages in plantation economies and the search for a better life due to socioeconomic hardships in China.

Description

Migration in History: Test your knowledge on various migration waves and factors that drove people to move from Europe to North America, Iberians to Central and South America, Europe to Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Explore the time periods, push and pull factors, and economic opportunities that influenced these migrations.