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  1. Jamaicans - Wikipedia

    Jamaicans are the citizens of Jamaica and their descendants in the Jamaican diaspora. The vast majority of Jamaicans are of Sub-Saharan African descent, with minorities of Europeans, …

  2. Jamaica - Afro-Caribbean, Maroons, Taino | Britannica

    Nov 17, 2025 · Most Jamaicans are Protestant. The largest denominations are the Seventh-day Adventist and Pentecostal churches; a smaller but still significant number of religious …

  3. Jamaican History | Learn More About Jamaica's Past and People

    These words have played a strong role in encouraging the spirit of Jamaicans to succeed and overcome adversity. Whether you are looking for your ancestral roots through generational …

  4. Jamaica country profile - BBC News

    Apr 2, 2024 · With luminaries such as the black nationalist Marcus Garvey and musician Bob Marley, Jamaicans are proud of their cultural and religious heritage.

  5. Jamaicans: A Proud Heritage Rooted in West Africa

    Jul 4, 2025 · While modern-day Jamaicans embrace a diverse and multicultural identity, the majority of the population is of Sub-Saharan African descent, originating primarily from West …

  6. A overview of the Jamaican people and culture.

    Mar 16, 2004 · A overview of the Jamaican people and culture.It is estimated that nearly 750,000 enslaved persons were brought to Jamaica between 1655 and 1807 (about 200,000 were then …

  7. Jamaican Embassy - History of Jamaica

    The first Jamaicans were the Taino Indians who settled in Jamaica around 600 AD. They were stone–age peoples who had migrated to Jamaica from the northern coast of South America.

  8. 'The Roots of Jamaican Identity: A Powerful Cultural Legacy'

    Aug 9, 2024 · The ancestors of many Jamaicans were brought to the island as slaves from West Africa, and their traditions, beliefs, and practices have been preserved and adapted over …

  9. Jamaican History | Learn More About Jamaica’s Past and People

    Understanding our history means understanding why Jamaicans are as resilient and laid-back as we’re known to be. We are a diverse nation because of our past and continue to be a …

  10. Culture of Jamaica - history, people, clothing, women, beliefs, food ...

    Jamaicans have a lot to be proud of in their past history, and it's not all about slavery and oppression. It is about born Jamaicans of every race who contributed to the development of …