Migration Within the British Empire

What migration took place within the British Empire?

Throughout the period of the British Empire, there was a lot of migration between the countries of the empire. This was particularly so in the 17th to 19th centuries.

What Irish migration was there within the British Empire?

Many Irish people migrated within the empire. Although large numbers migrated to England, many also migrated to other parts of the empire, including America, Canada, and Australia.

What Scottish migration was there within the British Empire?

Many Scottish people migrated within the empire. Although large numbers migrated to England, many also migrated to other parts of the empire, including America, Canada, Australia, Africa, and India.

What Indian migration was there within the British Empire?

Many Indians, who had gained experience in engineering and building, migrated to other parts of the empire. There were large Indian communities in South Africa and East Africa, in particular.

• ❖ Over 30,000 Indians migrated to Uganda and Kenya.
• ❖ Most of them migrated under the system of indenture.
• ❖ They helped to build the railways, bridges and roads.
• ❖ They went on to play vital roles in African economies - in banking, business and as professionals.
• ❖ By the 1960s there were 180,000 'Kenyan Indians' and 60,000 'Ugandan Indians'.

What migration of soldiers was there within the British Empire?

Britain maintained its empire with military force. Thousands of English, Scots and Irish fought in Britain's armies. During the two world wars, thousands of Indians fought in Europe and Africa, as part of the British forces.

What migration of administrators was there within the British Empire?

Thousands of British people migrated throughout the empire to work as administrators and government officials.