The HMT Empire Windrush was a British passenger ship that became famous for its role in transporting Caribbean migrants to the United Kingdom in 1948. It arrived at Tilbury Docks in Essex, carrying over 800 passengers from the Caribbean, primarily from Jamaica, Trinidad, and Barbados. This journey marked the beginning of significant post-war migration to Britain. The arrival of the Windrush is often seen as a pivotal moment in British history, symbolizing the start of a new multicultural society. The passengers, known as the Windrush Generation, contributed to various sectors, including the NHS and public transport, shaping modern British culture.