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Colonisation: Uncovering the Legacies, Honouring the Stories

This space is dedicated to unpacking the far-reaching impact of colonisation, not just as a historical event but as a force that continues to shape our world today. Through personal stories, historical analysis, and cultural reflection, we explore how empires rose and fell, how borders were redrawn, and how identities were both erased and redefined.

Acknowledging our ancestors' different journeys. Exploring our connected Black histories and respecting our different cultures.

From Africa to the Caribbean, from the Americas to the Pacific, we dive into the complexities of resistance, survival, and resurgence. This category is a living archive of truth-telling, memory-keeping, and collective healing.

Native American reservations and relocation

The history of the United States is intricately linked with the narratives of its indigenous peoples. The policies towards Native Americans, evolving over centuries, reflect a tumultuous journey …
Canada's journey from colonisation to independence

History of Canada – From colonisation to independence

From the rugged shores of Newfoundland to the icy peaks of the Yukon, the land that is now Canada has a storied past, marked by the interplay of indigenous cultures, European colonisation, and a …

History of the Chagos Islands: A tale of colonialism

The Chagos Archipelago is a cluster of more than 60 small islands in the Indian Ocean, about 310 miles south of Maldives and 1,200 miles east of Mauritius. With a history of at least 2,000 years and a …
Genghis Khan

Five empires that conquered the world

Before the sails of Columbus breached the horizons of the New World, there were empires—vast, mighty, and relentless in their quest for dominion. These empires, their legacies etched not merely in …
Venezuela: From colonisation to independence

Venezuela: From colonisation to independence

In the tapestry of South American history, Venezuela’s story weaves through the vivid colours of indigenous cultures, the dark hues of colonial exploitation, and the bright strands of a quest …
Spanish colonisation of Native Americans

Five countries that colonised the world

Colonisation has played a significant role in shaping the modern world as we know it. Throughout history, several countries have embarked on voyages of exploration and colonisation, each driven by …
Nigerian Army self-propelled anti-aircraft gun

How British colonialism shaped Africa’s struggles

The history of British colonialism in Africa is marked by the arbitrary drawing up of borders that ignored the continent’s complex ethnic, cultural, and linguistic diversity. These borders were …
History of Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago: From colonisation to independence

Trinidad and Tobago, an archipelagic state in the southern Caribbean, has a rich history that spans thousands of years. From its original settlement by Amerindians to its colonisation by the British, …
History of Comoros

History of Comoros: From colonisation to independence

Comoros, officially known as the Union of the Comoros, is an archipelago island nation in the Indian Ocean. Its history is rich and diverse, shaped by various civilisations and colonial powers. We …
Malwi Women

History of Malawi: From ancient civilisations to colonial rule

Malawi, a landlocked country in southeastern Africa, has a rich and complex history that spans thousands of years. From its early beginnings as a home to ancient civilisations to its struggle for …
The Battle of Plassey

The colonisation of India

India was one of the largest and wealthiest empires in the world before the arrival of the British East India Company in the late 16th century. The East India Company used its military strength and …
History of Palestine

The history of Palestine

Palestine, with its rich tapestry of civilisations and tumultuous history, stands at the intersection of Asia, Africa, and Europe. This region, cradled by the Mediterranean Sea to the west and the …
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