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Léon-Gontran Damas

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Léon-Gontran Damas (1912-1978) was a prominent poet, essayist, and political figure from French Guiana. He was one of the founders of the Negritude literary and...
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Leopold Sedar Senghor

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Leopold Sedar Senghor (1906-2001) was a Senegalese poet, philosopher, and politician who played a significant role in the intellectual and political life of Senegal and...
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Pangool

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Pangool, also spelled as “pangol,” is a term used in the traditional religious beliefs of the Serer people of Senegal, Gambia, and Mauritania. The term...
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The Jola people

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The Jola people, also known as Diola, are an ethnic group primarily residing in the West African countries of Senegal, Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau. They have...
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The Serer people

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The Serer people are an ethnic group primarily inhabiting the Senegambia region, which includes Senegal and The Gambia. They are one of the largest ethnic...
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The Wolof

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The Wolof are an ethnic group primarily found in Senegal, with significant populations also in Gambia and Mauritania. They are the largest ethnic group in...
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Archie Alphonso Alexander

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Archie Alphonso Alexander (1888-1958) was an African-American engineer and inventor known for his significant contributions to the field of refrigeration and air conditioning. Born on...
InternationalThe Caribbean Islands

Grenada

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Grenada, officially known as the “Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique,” is a stunning island nation nestled in the southeastern Caribbean Sea. This beautiful country comprises...