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What year was the Cayman Islands discovered?
1503
FIRST SIGHTING OF THE CAYMAN ISLANDS Christopher Columbus first sighted Cayman Brac and Little Cayman on 10 May 1503.
Who first settled the Cayman Islands?
The first two settlers were from the disbanded army of Oliver Cromwell who came in the late 1650’s for the purpose of catching turtle. Isaac Bodden, the first recorded permanent inhabitant of the Cayman Islands, was born on Grand Cayman around 1700.
Did Jamaica own Cayman Islands?
On 22 June 1863, the Cayman Islands became officially declared and administered as a dependency of the Crown Colony of Jamaica. The islands continued to be governed as part of the Colony of Jamaica until 1962, when they became a separate Crown colony while Jamaica became an independent Commonwealth realm.
Why was the year 1962 important to the Cayman Islands?
When Jamaica declared its independence (1962), the Caymans reverted to direct British rule. A new constitution providing for autonomy on most domestic issues was approved in 1972. The Caymans had by then developed offshore banking and tourism, enabling the colony to relinquish aid from Britain.
Was there slavery in Grand Cayman?
Slavery. Grand Cayman was the only island of the three that create the Cayman Islands that had instituted slavery.
Who is Grand Cayman owned by?
The 20th Century: The Cayman Islands, initially administered as a dependency of Jamaica, became an independent colony in 1959; they now are a self-governing British Overseas Territory.
What country owns Grand Cayman?
British
The 20th Century: The Cayman Islands, initially administered as a dependency of Jamaica, became an independent colony in 1959; they now are a self-governing British Overseas Territory.
How did the Cayman Islands become tax free?
The Caymans have become a popular tax haven among the American elite and large multinational corporations because there is no corporate or income tax on money earned outside of its territory. Instead of taxes, offshore corporations pay an annual licensing fee directly to the government.
Are there sharks in Grand Cayman?
It is extremely rare to see sharks in the Cayman Islands. Even if you do see a shark, the chance of it attacking you is virtually zero. There are no sharks in the main tourists areas such as Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. The sharks are located in much deeper waters far away from tourist spots.
What jobs are in demand in the Cayman Islands?
Experienced construction workers and tradesmen are eagerly sought and handsomely rewarded. Architects, quantity surveyors and construction project managers are also in demand.