History of Guyana - Wikipedia
The history of Guyana begins about 35,000 years ago with the arrival of humans coming from Eurasia. These migrants became the Carib and Arawak tribes, who met Alonso de Ojeda's first expedition from Spain in 1499 at the Essequibo River.
Guyana - Colonialism, Independence, Culture | Britannica
2025年1月18日 · Early history. The first human inhabitants of Guyana probably entered the highlands during the 1st millennium bce. Among the earliest settlers were groups of Arawak, Carib, and possibly Warao (Warrau). The early communities practiced shifting agriculture supplemented by hunting.
‘From Whence We Came – the Chinese Experience ... - Kaieteur News
2025年1月19日 · By: Christal Yong Kaieteur News- The National Cultural Centre came alive with excitement and interest as the much-anticipated skit, ‘From Whence We Came – the Chinese Experience,’ took centre stage on January 11, 2025.This powerful performance not only commemorated the 172nd anniversary of the Chinese arrival in Guyana, but also offered a …
Guyana | Language, People, & Oil Discovery | Britannica
2025年1月19日 · Guyana, country located in the northeastern corner of South America. Indigenous peoples inhabited Guyana prior to European settlement, and their name for the land, guiana (“land of water”), gave the country its name.
Guyana - Wikipedia
Guyana, [b] officially the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, [12] is a country on the northern coast of South America, part of the historic mainland British West Indies. Georgetown is the capital of Guyana and is also the country's largest city. Guyana is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Brazil to the south and southwest, Venezuela to the west, and Suriname to the east.
Guyana - The World Factbook
2025年1月15日 · Guyana achieved independence from the UK in 1966, and since then primarily socialist-oriented governments have ruled the country. In 1992, Cheddi JAGAN was elected …
Guyana History - FamilySearch
2024年3月20日 · Guyana was first sighted by Columbus in 1498, but the first European settlement wasn’t made until the late 1500's by the Dutch. For the next 150 years, rule of the area alternated between the Dutch and British--except for a short period of French rule.
Guyana - This Land is Your Land
Guyana became independent and joined the Commonwealth in May 1966, and became a republic four years later. The PNC led by Burnham was returned in 1968 elections and remained in power until 1992 (despite repeated electoral disputes). During the 1970s, 80 per cent of the economy was nationalized.
Guyana History - Infoplease
2023年4月25日 · History. The first known inhabitants of Guyana were groups of distinct settlers known as the Warao (Warrau), Carib, and Arawak. These are believed to have migrated from Eurasia around 40,000 years ago. The first documented contacts take place as Dutch, English, and French forces established colonies in what is now known as Guyana.
Guyana profile - Timeline - BBC News
2019年2月11日 · 1780-1813 - Guyana changes hands several times between the Dutch, French and British. 1814 - Britain occupies Guyana during the Napoleonic Wars. 1823 - Major non-violent slave rebellion crushed...