Olaudah Equiano – Writer and abolitionist
Olaudah Equiano (c.1745-1797) was an eighteenth-century African writer whose experiences as a slave prompted him to become involved in the British abolition movement.
Early years
Equiano was …
Black in Europe
Altheia Jones-LeCointe: A revolutionary life and impact on Black Power Movement in Britain
Altheia Jones-LeCointe, a Trinidadian physician, research scientist, and political activist, is known for her significant role in the Black Power Movement in Britain during the 1960s and …
History of Notting Hill Carnival
What is Notting Hill Carnival?
Notting Hill Carnival is a 3-day annual event that takes place on the streets of Notting Hill during late August bank holiday weekend. It’s a huge tourist …
Claudia Jones – Activist and Mother of Caribbean Carnival in Britain
Claudia Jones was a feminist, political activist, pioneering journalist, and visionary. She is known for being the ‘Mother of Caribbean Carnival in Britain’.
Early years
Claudia Jones was born …
The Battle of Lewisham -1977
The London Borough of Lewisham is a multicultural borough with a large Black and Asian community, as many of the Windrush generation settled in Lewisham from the late 40s onwards.
Just like …
George Arthur Roberts: A life of service and sacrifice
George Arthur Roberts was a remarkable man who made significant contributions to British society and the armed forces. Born in Trinidad, he travelled to the UK long before the Windrush and became one …
The Cultural Divide: Understanding the distinct differences between Black British and African Americans
Black British and African Americans may share a common ancestry, but their cultural experiences and perspectives are shaped by different historical, social, and political factors. …
Una Marson: Trailblazing Jamaican poet and feminist icon
In the annals of Jamaican history, Una Marson’s name shines as a luminary—a poet, playwright, feminist, and relentless advocate whose profound contributions continue to inspire and resonate …
Notting Hill Riots of 1958
The Notting Hill Race riots were the result of a campaign of attacks on the Caribbean residents in a bid to drive them out of their homes and ultimately out of Britain. Much like the 1919 …
The Somerset v Stewart Case: A Landmark Decision in the History of Slavery and Abolition
The Somerset v Stewart case, also known as Sommersett v Steuart, Somersett’s case, and the Mansfield Judgment, was a pivotal legal case in the history of slavery and abolition. Decided in 1772 …
The abolition of slavery in Britain: A historical journey
The abolition of slavery in Britain marked a significant turning point in history, leading to the end of a brutal and inhumane practice that Britain had been involved in for centuries.
Between …
Olive Morris: A powerful advocate for Black women’s rights in Britain
Olive Morris was a political activist and key figure in the fight for black women’s rights in Britain during the 1970s. In her short life, Morris raised awareness of inequalities by travelling, …