A Strong Current: How Black people ruled the sea for 400 years.

Crossing The Lane Lines

English - September 11, 2020 08:43 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB
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From 1445 to 1880, Black people were regarded as the best swimmers, and canoe builders in the world. How did this happen, and how did it change so dramatically? Dr. Kevin Dawson will join us to explain.