The history of black people in Britain is frequently reduced to the story of recent black settlement. But that is not where this extraordinary cross-continental relationship begins. Africa and Britain: A Forgotten History re-tells the story of black people in the UK and – to do so – travels to the United States, Jamaica, South Africa and Sierra Leone. Forgotten art vaults are unlocked, artefacts re-examined and 20 Black History plaques unveiled to the public. Award-winning historian David Olusoga tells the story of a young enslaved African brought to Britain under the protection of Queen Victoria, and explores the terrible legacy of slavery and the impact of the world wars. A BBC production.
Episodes
Africa and Britain: A Forgotten History The Homecoming
- 2016
- 00:51:48
- 13-14
- Added on: 06/26/2020
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Africa and Britain: A Forgotten History Moral Mission
- 2016
- 00:48:53
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- Added on: 03/09/2020
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Africa and Britain: A Forgotten History Freedom
- 2016
- 00:50:04
- 13-14
- Added on: 03/06/2020
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Africa and Britain: A Forgotten History First Encounters
- 2016
- 00:50:12
- 13-14
- Added on: 03/06/2020
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