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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 1d

Jeezoss Christ! I'll stop therefore because it feels like I'm re-explaining one chapter of my PhD (2005). Depressing.

historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 1d

Therefore they are about 'entrepreneurs of memory' (ref: Marie Claire Lavabre) building (many reasons: political, financial gain, social cohesion, shaping of a 'national identity', etc.) a collective memory.

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 1d

Statues are a work of selection aimed at turning a moment / a figure into a historical representation of the past and of the country.

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 1d

💯 & pathetic

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 1d

there continues to be a shallow reading of what the toppling of statue is about (for political purposes). Misinterpretation is a way to indeed deny the importance of that historical moment of protest.

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 1d

'I don’t think it’s ever a good idea to deny history. I think it’s always really important to face your own history honestly ...'

Toppling statues is an act of protest. It's about contesting a collective memory. NEVER about denying history.
observer.co.uk/culture/inte...

Nicholas Cullinan: ‘I don’t think it’s ever a good idea t...

The British Museum director on toppling statues, the Parthenon marbles and hosting London’s new star-studded answer to the Met Gala

observer.co.uk

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 2d

Hmm ...
www.theguardian.com/news/ng-inte...

Restitution row: how Nigeria’s new home for the Benin bronzes ended up with clay replicas

The public display of artefacts looted by British colonial forces at the new Museum of West African Art was supposed to be the crowning glory of a decades-long restitution effort. What went wrong?

www.theguardian.com

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 3d

www.bbc.com/news/article...

Treasures of ancient Sudan to feature in Stirling exhibition - BBC News

The nine items, including the bronze figurehead of a goddess, go on display in Stirling this month.

www.bbc.com

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 4d

💯. I really like the spray! 😂

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 4d

Another day, another mediocre old White man who just wouldn't let go. Been having those around me since I was 13. Tedious.

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 4d

When a racist obsessed with Black women follows you from X to here. I blocked the eediat here, IG and threads months ago. Now LinkedIn sending me notification he's been looking at my profile. Dude will be blocked there too!

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 4d

Et ça continue ...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Letitia James: New York attorney general criminally indicted - BBC News

James, who led a civil fraud case against US President Donald Trump, was indicted in Alexandria, Virginia.

www.bbc.co.uk

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 5d

Wales ...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Eluned Morgan defends Wales' Nation of Sanctuary policy in Senedd row - BBC News

First minister defends Welsh government's refugee and asylum seeker policy in heated Senedd debate.

www.bbc.co.uk

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 7d

Happy to report that the food and wine were very nice and the place (The Garrick Club), charming in an old school, country club kind of way. Sans plus ni moins.

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 7d

Now, I also respect & encourage my peers who fight and say we shouldn't be kept out especially when these places are 'seats' of power. So, I'm going to have lunch, have that important meeting that has nothing to do with the place, and go about my day afterwards. Here is to hoping the food is good!

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 7d

I've always thought that if a place doesn't want people like me, even if it's prestigious, I won't bother to try and get in especially if I have to pay a lot of money to be part of it.

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Sadiah Qureshi @sadiahqureshi.bsky.social · 8d

I grew up in Handsworth. It is one of the most vibrant and diverse places in the UK, whether in terms of complexion or creed. For someone to feel uncomfortable there says everything about the kind of sameness they crave, rather than anything meaningful about Handsworth or Birmingham.

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 8d

Wow ...

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 8d

To continue to enjoy the fabulous exhibition currently at the V&A 'Marie Antoinette Style', join me in November.
www.vam.ac.uk/event/d10aOY...

Black Joy Day - Marie Antoinette Style and the Afrocentric Wardrobe - V&A Academy Talk at V&A South Kensington · V&A

Marie Antoinette’s image still shapes global culture, yet during her reign, Black elites in France and the Caribbean made vital contributions to the arts, military, politics, and more. Explore how the...

www.vam.ac.uk

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 8d

www.rfi.fr/en/culture/2...

Young artist from Martinique sheds light on the plight of coral reefs

The hidden world of coral reefs is home to thousands of plant and animal species. But it's a world under threat from pollution and the coral bleaching caused by global warming. Hervé Lechar, an artist...

www.rfi.fr

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Los Libros de la Catarata @cataratalibros.bsky.social · 9d

'Europeos africanos. Una historia jamás contada', de Olivette Otele @historianmemory.bsky.social. Coeditado con @casa-africa.bsky.social. Una reivindicación de aquellas personas de origen africano que a lo largo de la historia han dejado su huella en Europa. También en #eBook buff.ly/FQS18Fm

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 9d

Some good balm to our souls in these dangerous times even if I'm not a Church of England's flock.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c0...

'Hatred and racism cannot tear us apart,' first woman Archbishop of Canterbury says

Dame Sarah Mullally addresses

www.bbc.co.uk

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 9d

*Happening*

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 9d

Just found out this is appening today (5 October) in Bristol. This Black mum from Wales, will be sick with worry. 'Anti-inmigration' is code for anti Black and Brown and those wearing the hijab if you didn't know. Thanking Claire, people and places like The Watershed for offering shelter. 🙏🏾

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historianmemory.bsky.social @historianmemory.bsky.social · 10d

Incredible 1st ever Black Welsh Music Awards at The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. Co-founders: amazing artist Ify & Prof. Uzo Iwobi. Lovely moment with Dr Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason & Levi Roots. I even got to present the award for best music video! Party still on but these mature legs are done 😂

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