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Presented by Emma Dabiri Social historian

Pioneers and trailblazers

The story of black Britain is the story of Britain itself. For almost two millennia, black people have been born, lived and died here. Theirs is a story of political activism, historic struggle and artistic innovation often in the face of adversity.

As a social historian, I am fascinated by the ways people shape the societies and culture we live in. Here are just a few of the pioneers and trailblazers who deserve our recognition.

Olaudah Equiano

Olaudah's story captured my imagination at a young age, inspiring seven-year-old me to write a history of Equiano called 'Break the Chains'.

Equino's own autobiography became pivotal for the abolitionist movement, earning him fame and fortune. It describes near unfathomable horrors of captivity, before he purchased freedom around 22 years of age, a phenomenal achievement. Life as a free black man in the colonies was dangerous. Equaino was almost sent back into slavery. This prompted a move to London. His book was one of the earliest personal accounts of slavery by a black writer, roused public opinion and was an instant bestseller.
Olaudah Equiano's autobiography - full text

William Cuffay

Cuffay - a formerly enslaved man from St.Kitts - was a powerful orator. He campaigned for universal suffrage and emerged as a leader of the Chartists.

Part of the first mass political movement in Britain, fighting for political rights for the working classes, Cuffay was arrested and accused of "conspiring to levy war" against Queen Victoria. Transported to Tasmania, he received a pardon three years later. However he elected to stay, agitating for democratic rights until his death in 1870. Though he has been largely forgotten, his legacy remains an inspiration for those who believe in the rights of the marginalised and the poor.
BBC History - The Chartist movement

Joan Armatrading

Three-time Grammy Award-nominee Joan Armatrading was the first ever female UK artist to be nominated for a Grammy in the blues category.

Joan moved to the UK aged seven, joining her parents - migrants from St. Kitts - in a slum district of Birmingham. She began writing songs aged about 14. Like many great guitarists she taught herself to play. Joan left school to support her family but lost her first job when she took her guitar to work. In the 70s Joan became the first black British singer songwriter to enjoy international success. She received honorary degrees from seven UK universities and the University of the West Indies.
Joan Armatrading on the BBC

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