The Significance and Factors Influencing Lascar Sailors in the 18th/19th Century
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This worksheet explores the factors that influenced the role and significance of Lascar sailors during the 18th and 19th centuries. Students will analyze different factors, categorize them, and justify their importance in historical contexts.
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The Significance and Factors Influencing Lascar Sailors in the 18th/19th Century
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Introduction to Lascar Sailors
Source A: Excerpt from a maritime historian
'Lascar sailors, originating mainly from South Asia, played a vital role in the British maritime empire during the 18th and 19th centuries. Their contribution was shaped by various political, social, economic, and religious factors.' Provenance: Extract from a history book published in 2005.
Categorizing Factors Influencing Lascar Sailors
Review the following factors and categorize each as Political, Social, Economic, or Religious:
Factor A: British colonial policies promoting recruitment from South Asia.
Factor B: Lascar sailors often faced discrimination and social exclusion.
Factor C: The demand for cheap labor in maritime trade.
Factor D: Religious diversity among Lascar sailors, including Hindus and Muslims.
Ranking and Justifying Significance of Factors
Students will consider various factors influencing Lascar sailors and determine which was most significant in shaping their role in maritime history.
Analyzing the Impact of Factors
Source B: Excerpt from a colonial officer
'The influx of Lascar sailors was primarily driven by economic needs, but social and religious differences often led to conflicts onboard ships.' Provenance: Official report from a British colonial officer, 1850.
Evaluating the Significance of Factors
Students will evaluate which factors had the most lasting impact on the role of Lascar sailors in maritime history.
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