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The Portuguese in Guyana - Coggle Diagram
The Portuguese in Guyana
1. Reason for Arrival
Why They Came
Migration began in 1835
Worked on sugar plantations
Why?
Slaves left
From Madeira
Located off the coast of Europe
How They Worked
As indentured servants
Paid for labor
2. After Indentureship
What They Did
Opened businesses
Left plantations
Examples of Businesses
Groceries
Notable companies: J.P. Santos, Banks D.I.H., Fogartys Ltd.
3. Cultural Contributions
Food
Garlic pork
Red bean soup
Pancakes
Religious Practices
Celebrations
St. Peter
St. John the Baptist
St. Anthony
Events
Christmas Mass