Discover the stories of some of the people whose portraits are in the National Portrait Gallery who migrated to Britain from all over the world.
Migration is when people move from one place to live in another. This video uses portraits to tell the stories of some of the people who have migrated to Britain throughout history. We discover their stories and the impact they have made. We consider some of the reasons why people migrate, and how migration shapes our everyday lives.
Explore further: https://www.npg.org.uk/schools-hub/history-explainer-migration-stories
Watch and discuss:
- Think about the different stories you have heard. What impact do you think migration had on their lives?
- Can you think of any other well-known people who have migrated to Britain? Choose someone, research their story and create a portrait of them.
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Brilliant resource, especially considering significant individuals who have migrated to Britain.
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