Most history books didn't ignore Africa by accident
The result? Millions grew up knowing more about medieval Europe than powerful African kingdoms like Mali, Songhai, Great Zimbabwe, or Kush.
It's time to question the version of history we were taught.
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declares that he would rather die defending his principles and his country's freedom than surrender to oppression. He expresses confidence that the true story of Africa's anti-colonial struggle will eventually be told by liberated nations.
1.Formal education β Colonial governments established schools that taught reading, writing, and vocational skills
2Modern infrastructure β Roads, railways, ports, and telegraph systems were built.
3.Western systems of government and law β Colonial administrations introduced .
"Don't be fooled, if the Caucasians were truly superior, they wouldn't have to hide so many truths, distort so many facts, perpetuate so many lies, and work so hard to handicap those whom they claim are inferior." Franklin A. Jones
Africa hides stories the world rarely tells.Many of humanity's civilizations flourished in Africa long before colonial maps were drawn?
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Many people know how Africa was colonized, but fewer know this: Africa was home to powerful kingdoms, thriving trade routes, and world-class centers of learning long before colonial rule. Understanding our history helps us understand our future
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