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How France Brutally Responded to Guinea’s Demand for Independence in 1958

In the aftermath of Guinea's vote for independence, France ignored Guinea's request for diplomatic recognition and launched a deliberate campaign to dismantle and destroy the infrastructure and resources they had developed within the country.

Lothar von Trotha: The German General Who Led the First Genocide of the 20th Century in Namibia

Lothar von Trotha, a German general, is infamously remembered as the architect of the first genocide of the 20th century, which unfolded in Namibia. Serving as the commander of German forces in German South-West Africa (now Namibia) during the early 1900s, von Trotha led a brutal campaign against the indigenous Herero and Nama peoples.

Anti-literacy Laws in the United States Once Prevented Blacks from Getting an Education

Fearing that black literacy would prove a threat to the slave system, whites in many colonies instituted laws forbidding slaves to learn to read or write and making it a crime for others to teach them.

Lena Baker: The Black Maid Who Was Sentenced to the Electric Chair for Defending Herself Against her Rapist Employer

Lena Baker was an African American maid in Cuthbert, Georgia, USA, who was unfairly convicted of killing her white rapist employer, Ernest Knight. In 1945, she was executed by electrocution, making her the only woman in Georgia's history to have been put to death in this manner.

Giuseppe Ferlini: The Treasure Hunter Who Destroyed and Looted the Pyramids of Meroë in Sudan

Giuseppe Ferlini was an Italian combat medic turned explorer and treasure hunter, well known for having raided and desecrated several ancient pyramids of Meroë in Sudan.

Septimius Severus: The African Who Became Roman Emperor

Septimius Severus was the first African-born Roman emperor, who ruled from 193-211 CE. He was born in the North African city of Leptis Magna, which is located in present-day Libya.

Pata Seca: The Enslaved African Breeder Who Produced Over 200 Children for His Master

Pata Seca, also known as Roque José Florêncio, was an enslaved African in Brazil whose existence centered around his role as a breeder. He was purchased with the sole purpose of producing offspring for the benefit of his owner.

List of African Countries and Their Capitals (Updated)

The African continent is home to a diverse array of nations, each with its own rich history, culture, and government. In this comprehensive list, we present the African countries alongside their respective capitals

How British Troops Destroyed Kumasi and Looted the Gold Trophy Head of Ashanti King Kofi Karikari in 1874

The British forces, motivated by both political and economic interests, plundered numerous treasures, including gold artifacts, rows of books in many languages, royal regalia, and other valuable objects.

King Hintsa: The Xhosa Leader Who Was Betrayed, Killed, and Mutilated by the British

King Hintsa, also known as Hintsa kaKhawuta, was the king of the Xhosa Kingdom from 1804-1835. As a formidable leader, Hintsa stood resolutely against the encroachment of British colonial forces who aimed to annex his kingdom. Hintsa ka Khawuta, also...

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The Untold Story of Shields Green: The Abolitionist Who Was Hanged for Attempting to Free Enslaved Africans

Shields Green, also known as “Emperor,” was one of the most enigmatic figures in the fight against slavery in...
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