Black British History
This unit of study traces Black British History from the aftermath of WW1. It is a common misconception that British History contains no Black people. This is untrue! Over the past 100 years especially, there has been lots of change in Black British History both positively and negatively.
Example Key Words
Boycott
To refuse to use/go somewhere.
Civil rights
The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
Misconception
An incorrect view or opinion.
Race riot
A public outbreak of violence due to racial tensions.
Watershed
An event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend.