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The thread discusses the idea that Scotland should act as if it is a colony of the British state, regardless of its actual status, and calls for actions to end the union with Britain.
Oct 18, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.38
The thread discusses a biography of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, a woman 'gifted' to Queen Victoria, and the descendant's reaction to the biography. It touches on colonialism and historical legacy.
Oct 1, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.17
The thread discusses historical accounts of indigenous people in the Amazon and Peru, questioning the existence of specific groups with light skin, light or dark hair, and beards, and references a 15th-century diary entry about interactions…
Sep 16, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.17
The thread discusses research revealing that wealth from the transatlantic slave trade was integrated into Britain's financial system, particularly the Bank of England. This highlights historical financial exploitation and its lasting impac…
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The thread discusses recent scientific studies suggesting that British colonists may have introduced smallpox to Australia, leading to a significant number of deaths. The studies also challenge previous estimates of the Indigenous populatio…
Apr 23, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.17
The thread discusses two separate events related to the HCO (Histoire Coloniale) organization, focusing on the 'Accords de Bougival' and the 'Accords de Nouméa'. These events highlight the organization's efforts to address historical coloni…
Apr 22, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.17
The thread discusses Israel's gradual advancement of its 'yellow line' in Gaza, which is seen as territorial expansion and colonialism, raising concerns about the situation in the region. The posts highlight the implications of this expansi…
Apr 22, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.28
The thread discusses Fanon's 1961 critique of Western bourgeoisies, drawing parallels to modern issues like Epstein islands and rapist tourism, highlighting systemic issues of power and exploitation.
Apr 20, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.17
The thread discusses the origins of the modern world, emphasizing that European and American influence did not solely create it and challenging the notion of Western cultural or racial superiority. It also mentions China's role in the moder…
Apr 19, 20262 posts · 0 repliesscore 0.17
The thread discusses the Pope's visit to a Catholic shrine in Angola with historical ties to the African slave trade, highlighting the intersection of religious pilgrimage and historical atrocities. The posts emphasize the shrine's role in …