When the NHS was born in 1948
Following the destruction caused by the WWII and labour shortages in England
Thousands answered the call
it was critically important for hospitals to recruit staff from the Caribbean to work in the new NHS
The majority were recruited from the Caribbean Islands
In response to recruitment drives in the Caribbean, many people responded and arrived in this country to help the NHS establish itself
Nursing a Nation
An anthology of African and Caribbean contributions to Britain's health services
Memorial to Commonwealth Nurses From Africa and the Caribbean that served the NHS from 1948
We are grateful for the unwavering support of the NHS, Islington Council, our army of volunteers and not least the countless donors and crowdfunders who made this tribute a reality. Thank you
'More than 2 million African and Caribbean Military Servicemen and Servicewomen'
Jak Beula, CEO of Nubian Jak Community Trust
'participated in WWI and WWII but have not been recognized for their contribution'
Jak Beula, CEO of Nubian Jak Community Trust
'The unveiling of this memorial is to correct this historical omission'
Jak Beula, CEO of Nubian Jak Community Trust
'and to ensure young people of African and Caribbean descent are aware'
Jak Beula, CEO of Nubian Jak Community Trust
'of the valuable input their forefathers had in the two world wars'
Jak Beula, CEO of Nubian Jak Community Trust
The African & Caribbean War Memorial
We are grateful for the unwavering support of our trustees, sponsors, the army of volunteers and not least the countless donors and crowdfunders who made this memorial possible. Thank you