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That we are about to enter the 10thyear of the 21st century, providesadded grounds for fast-tracking tobegin documenting the history ofbusiness activity in the 20thcentury.The second and perhapsmore important rationale forthis project, is that many of theprincipal players who were at thehelm of businesses that began in the mid20th century, and which went on to becamesubstantial entities throughout the course of thecentury, are now in their senior years.Oral TestimoniesAn important aspect of the research project isrecording the personal experiences, views andopinions of business persons who were integralto the companies they established and led forposterity. The memories of their experiences,views and opinions are vital primary sources fora proper understanding of the course of businessdevelopment in 20th century Jamaica.Business persons in the following areas of industryhave been identified for interviewing:-• Agriculture/Dairy• Banking and Insurance• Construction & Real Estate development• Commerce – Wholesale and Retail establishments• Manufacturing• Mining• Publishing (newspapers, magazines, books)• Advertising• Restaurant and Fast Food• Shipping and customs brokerages• Travel & TourismThis Study is ImportantThis study will become a valuable source of thehistory of individual businesses and will helpfurther the advancement of the business historyand business development studies programmesat the University of the West Indies, Monacampus. It will also provide models of enterprisefor researchers and industry practitioners andprovide the foundation for the establishment of anArchives of Business at the University of the WestIndies, Mona campus.Kathleen Monteith is head of theDepartment of History and Archaeologykathleen.monteith@uwimona.edu.jm28 29