Europe’s Colonial Legacy
A Case for Immigration as Historical Reckoning Europe’s history is indelibly marked by centuries of colonial expansion, during which powers like Britain, France, Spain, Portugal,...
Category : International
The Bambatha Rebellion of 1906
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The Bambatha Rebellion of 1906 was a significant uprising in the Colony of Natal, South Africa, led by Bambatha kaMancinza, a Zulu chief. This revolt...
The War of 1812
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A Conflict of Independence and Identity The War of 1812, often called the “Second War of Independence,” was a pivotal conflict between the United States...
The Tragic Life of Ota Benga
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A Story of Exploitation and Resilience Ota Benga, a Mbuti man born around 1883 in the Congo Free State (now the Democratic Republic of Congo),...
Creole People
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Creole people represent a fascinating tapestry of ethnic groups shaped by the forces of colonialism, migration, and cultural fusion. The term “Creole” encompasses communities worldwide...
The Bellevue Plantation on Tortola
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A Dark Chapter in History The Bellevue Plantation on Tortola, part of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), stands as a grim reminder of the brutal...
The British Virgin Islands “BVI”
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Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean Sea, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) are a stunning archipelago renowned for their pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and...
Tortola
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Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, Tortola stands as the largest and most vibrant island in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), a British Overseas...
Arthur William Hodge
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The Tyrant of the “Farm of Death” In the annals of colonial history, few figures embody the brutal excesses of slavery like Arthur William Hodge....
C. L. R. James
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Cyril Lionel Robert James, known as C. L. R. James, was born on January 4, 1901, in Tunapuna, Trinidad, then a British colony. Growing up...