African and Caribbean Communities in Britain

This is an essential book for understanding the history of African and Caribbean communities in Britain. There have been African communities in some of Britain's major cities for over 400 years, and the first Africans may even have come to Britain thousands of years ago. This book looks at why people came to Britain, the problems they faced and the contributions these communities have made to British society. With case studies and rarely published photographs, this is an opportunity to get up close to the experiences and impact many African and Caribbean people have had in Britain. To understand Britain's position as a wealthy country and a major world player, it is crucial to know of the history and lives of the African and Caribbean communities in Britain.