History

Louis-Benoit Zamor, born in Bengal, was brought to France while he was still a child. Placed in the service of the famous Comtesse du...

For some descendants of enslaved people, May 10 does not fully reflect the historical realities specific to each region of France, particularly the overseas...

The Beach Rebellion of 1741 is a significant event in the history of Barbuda, marking the first recorded slave uprising on the island. Triggered...

Discover the fascinating history of slave revolts aboard slave ships. Long before the abolition of slavery, many captives rose up to claim their freedom,...

Known for his resistance against Portuguese colonialism, Vita Nkanga is an emblematic figure in the struggle for Kongo’s sovereignty and unity, marked by the...

Pierre de Coubertin is often celebrated as the father of the modern Olympic Games. His vision for international sport and his role in the...

The Abid al-Bukhari were an army of Black soldiers formed by Sultan Moulay Ismaïl. Possessing extraordinary power during his reign, they would continue to...

The Massembo are a family of Kongo origin who have lived in Guadeloupe since 1861. One of their distinguishing features is that they have...

The first president of independent Togo, Sylvanus Olympio embodies the struggle for African emancipation in the face of colonial legacies. A visionary, he dreamed...