Five Black voices of 18th-Century Britain
The presence of Black people in Britain traces back to centuries before the Windrush generation. In this post, we continue our series about Black British people from the 18th century with five …
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Black Pioneers of the Isles: The Voices of 18th Century Britain
Black people have lived in Britain long before the Empire Windrush landed at Tilbury Docks. During the 18th century, Black people were present and active within British society, although they faced …
Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot
In the early 17th century, a group of disgruntled English Catholics conspired to assassinate King James I and the entire Parliament in a spectacular act of defiance. At the centre of this plan was Guy …
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 …
Pioneers of Black British Cinema: Ngozi Onwurah, Maureen Blackwood, and Martina Attille
Continuing our Black History Month features “Celebrating our Sisters”, we look at three influential Black women in arts and culture.
Black British cinema has a rich and diverse …
History of Afternoon Tea Week
Afternoon tea is a tradition that originated in England in the 1840s. The credit for introducing afternoon tea goes to Anna Maria Russell, the Duchess of Bedford.
The tradition of afternoon …
Iron innovation: Unveiling the Jamaican influence on Britain’s Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution was a groundbreaking period that transformed Britain into an economic superpower. It brought about significant advancements in various industries, including iron production. …
The Eleutheran Adventurers: A journey of faith and freedom
The Eleutheran Adventurers were a group of English Puritans and religious independents who sought a place where they could freely practice their faith in the face of religious and political turmoil. …
Benjamin Zephaniah: A Poet and activist with a diverse career
Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah, born 15 April 1958, is a renowned British writer and dub poet. Despite his unlikely background, Zephaniah has made a name for himself in the literary world, earning …
The Scramble for Africa: An era of European Imperialism
The Scramble for Africa, also known as the Partition of Africa or the Conquest of Africa, refers to the invasion, annexation, division, and colonisation of most of Africa by seven Western European …
Gerlin Bean: A trailblazer for equality and social change
In the rich tapestry of history, there are individuals whose unwavering dedication and tireless efforts have paved the way for a more inclusive and just society. Gerlin Bean, a Jamaican-born activist …
James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw
Ukawsaw Gronniosaw, also known as James Albert, is said to be the first published black author in Britain. His autobiography, A Narrative of the Most Remarkable Particulars in the Life of James …