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The Oxford companion to Black British history

by David Dabydeen, Gilmore, John, Cecily Jones

Race relationsCivilizationEncyclopediasBlacksEthnicityHistoryHandbooks, manualsBlacks, great britain

Searchable online reference covering the history of black people in Britain from classical times to the present day. It brings together a unique collection of articles that provide an overview of the black presence in Britain, and the rich and diverse contribution made to British society. The A-Z guide includes entries for landmark figures, key events, concepts (such as Emancipation and Reparations), and historical accounts. Subject areas include medicine, military history, art, music, sports, and education.--From publisher's description.

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