Windrush 75: What is it and why do we celebrate it?

It is 75 years since the Empire Windrush arrived at Tilbury Docks. Stepping off the ocean liner on that day were nearly 500 people from the Caribbean, ready to build a new life in Britain. Whilst it was not the first nor the largest ship to bring Caribbean people to the UK, it symbolised the wave of migrants who would help rebuild the country in the aftermath of the Second World War. But what exactly happened and why do we still celebrate this journey today? Watch more from Independent TV at Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: