The Spanish introduced many staple crops such as sugar cane, bananas and citrus. They also introduced most of the domesticated animals found on the island.
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Out of Many, One People: The Lebanese and Syrians
Many started out as pedlars, becoming successful merchants over time opening dry goods stores in downtown Kingston.
Read MoreOut of Many, One People: The English
The English colony has shaped all aspects of daily lives, from the sides of the road we drive on and the language we speak, to our government
Read MoreOut of Many, One People: The Irish
Today, the legacy of the Irish is evident in the naming of places such as Irish Town, Dublin Castle, Irish Pen, Sligoville, Kildare, Leinstar Road and Belfast.
Read MoreOut of Many, One People: The Chinese
Chinese migrants came to Jamaica as indentured workers, and, later established themselves mostly as bakers, shopkeepers, and restauranteurs.
Read MoreOut of Many, One People: The Taino
The Taino, no longer in existence, left their legacy – having given the island the name Xaymaca, which to them meant “land of wood and water”.
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