History of Haiti

had a concept of racialized societies; however, considering that they were the majority in Carribean Islands, they did not have the same mentality toward racism as Black Americans did. Yes, both the Black Americans and West Indians share similar histories as far as t being forced into slavery under the jurisdiction of European colonialism. However Generally, West Indians carried the mentality that association with Black Ameican was to be associated with low class citizens. Hence why they they…

If a culture has historically taught that some groups are naturally subservient to others, and this discourse is dominant within the society’s concept of why slavery exists, then the notions of consent and coercion currently deployed within the contemporary slavery policy discourse are irrelevant. If the enslaved believes it is his/her duty and honour to be subservient, and the captor believes it is his/her right to own another human being, it qualifies as this type. Participants of this type…

about the different attitudes toward black people between America and Switzerland because of white supremacy. As Baldwin arrives in the small town in Switzerland, with a population of roughly six hundred, he learns that they are unaware of the Black history in America. As children would shout “Neger! Neger!” as he walked along the streets, he tried to react in the best way possible, simply smiling. His features were uncommon to them, leaving them wondering about his complexion and facial…

Although 1700-1914 saw both the Americas and Africa face extreme pressure from European powers, which outgunned and outnumbered them in every battle, the American Revolution ideologically paved the way for various Latin American peoples to pursue the freedoms that were starting to develop around the world. On the other hand, Africa saw most of its imperial resistance as futile in the face of these more developed and powerful nations, who completely disregarded existing social, political, and…

how the narrator will go from sitting in the kitchen to eating with the company at the table. Furthermore, this idea of change signifies the changing societal ways of people obtaining equality. Also the poem is trying to inform that past events in history are irrelevant and society is changing. The poem discusses how the narrator used to sit in the kitchen to eat. This presents the idea of the past and racism of a different era. Further through the poem, the narrator will sit at the table with…

It’s not difficult to see how racism is seen today. Or to see how much coverage that takes place when something has happened in public races. Charles M. Blow said, “Racial inequality is not a trendy issue; it is an entrenched issue”, in his article, “The State of Race in America.” Even before the 2000’s racism has always been an important topic including slavery since the early 1900’s, racism hasn’t changed as far as it not existing as it is. In an article, “In The Black Lives Matter Era...,” by…

John F. Kennedy once said "Those who make peaceful revolutions impossible will make violent revolution inevitable." During the 1700 's, Toussaint l 'Overture and Napoleon Bonaparte lead violent revolutions that propagated many changes that perpetually impacted the world. Despite the differences between them, the similarities they shared were salient; furthermore, both leaders held mass revolts and violent riots, demanded equality amongst their people, and destroyed their former government. In…

What does it mean to be African American or Black? The word “black” has negative atmosphere around it, people say things such as “black” talk, “black” walk etc. but when told they talk or write “black” they will get offended and will change so they don’t want to be labeled. That’s same with colored people they don’t want to be label with the word “black.” Stereotype is a simplified and standardized conception or image invested with special meaning and held in common by members of a group.…

Black Culture in Kent County Maryland: First Friday at Charles Sumner Post #25 Without the common draw of artifacts with eclectic stories or the experience of stepping back in time, Charles Sumner Post #25 may not seem like much to the avid history buff. However, it teaches an important lesson. To combat our own prejudice and ignorance we must participate in other cultures. By attending cultural events, we as people develop firsthand experiences that we may never have come in contact with if we…

When discussing the movement of Black Consciousness or African Consciousness one has to identify as Black or African which are defined differently depending on a person’s individual understanding of black history. Many people say, “knowing your history doesn’t matter”, and “history should be forgotten, if it is something that continuously evokes painful emotions”. However, others believe that it is vital to know and love one’s self and one’s culture. It is believed that this is important not…