The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation

Book Reviews – The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation

John F. Baker Jr.’s “The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation” is a meticulously researched and deeply moving historical account that unveils the hidden stories of African American life and legacy in the heart of Tennessee.
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The Bahamas – How Creole culture embedded itself into the community

The Bahamas, an archipelago of almost 700 islands and cays to the north of Cuba, stretches for more than 800 km between Grand Bahama Island and Great Inagua Island. The thriving Creole community has grown as a result of the islands' unique position at the gateway to the Caribbean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico and the Central American region.
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Mayotte – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community

Mayotte is a department and region of France, comprising an archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean, between the coast of Mozambique and Madagascar. A coral barrier reef surrounds the archipelago, sheltering a marine reserve and the largest coral reef lagoon in the world.
The Freedman's Savings and Trust Company: A Beacon of Hope Amidst Turbulence

The Freedman’s Savings and Trust Company

The Freedman's Savings and Trust Company, also known as the Freedman's Bank, was a financial institution established in the aftermath of the American Civil War to assist newly emancipated African Americans. Its main purpose was to provide a safe and secure place for the savings of former slaves and African American soldiers.
A view looking up to the volcano, Mount Pelee in Martinique

Discover the Wonderful Island of Martinique

Watched over by the active Mont Pelée, Martinique is one of the most diverse and sophisticated island nations in the world. Even after its former capital of St Pierre was wiped out in 1902 by an eruption, its world-class beaches, breathtaking hiking trails and vibrancy of the island have made it a hotspot for more than 500,000 tourists every year.

The Many Traditions of Mardi Gras in Louisiana

The Many Traditions of Mardi Gras in Louisiana - Each year one of the most rambunctious events to take place in the United States is the celebration of Mardi Gras New Orleans is often viewed as the home of Mar...
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Devo – Never the Same, Never Different

Devo, four decades of absurd adventure. Inevitably Devo have undergone significant line-up changes in their long history. The classic core of the band, however, comprises two sets of brothers, Mark and Bob Mot...