Black History—The Louisiana Rebellion of 1811

1811: Louisiana’s Heroic Slave Revolt By Leon A. Waters One of the most suppressed and hidden stories of African and African American history is the story of the 1811 Slave Revolt. The aim of the revolt was the establishment of an independent republic, a Black republic. Over 500 Africans, from 50 different nations with 50 … Continue reading Black History—The Louisiana Rebellion of 1811

The Bloom of Disquiet (Friday Night Poetry Corner #230)

Good evening everyone and welcome to a very special Friday Night Poetry Corner. We nearing the end of Juneteeth and to cap this off I am featuring this magnificent poem called "The Bloom of Disquiet" by the gifted Dionne Charlet. Please when you get a chance visit her page. You won't be disappointed!