Slavery (Historical) – Page 3

Charlottesville’s Robert E. Lee Statue Surrenders to the Furnace

Monuments to the Confederacy got emotionally rich ceremonies when they were installed. They deserve no less when they come down.

Tim Scott Tackles Race and Racism in Chicago, Trying to Gain Traction

Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina gave his speech as his struggling presidential campaign said it would move most of its staff to Iowa.

Dutch Royals Confront South Africa’s Colonial Legacy

The king has previously apologized for his family’s role in slavery, but some South Africans seek a direct apology and reparations from the Netherlands.

Freedom Monument Sculpture Park’s Unflinching Look at Slavery

The new Freedom Monument Sculpture Park, opening in early 2024 in Montgomery, Ala., arrives at a time when Black history is being debated in many states.

Jamaica Weighs Making Patois Official Language As Brish Ties Fray

A push is underway to make Jamaica’s Patois an official language, on par with English, as the country weighs cutting ties to the British monarchy.