If all of the world´s cultural heritage was contained in a time capsule, what would you include to demonstrate the legacy of your country?

Anika Ephraim, application for IE Business School.

Britain’s long legacy has contributed not only to its own history, but also to the heritage of many countries outside of its borders. The fingers of the British Empire stretched far and wide, leaving a mark on more than 100 countries.

In the time capsule I would include a timeline of Black British history and a few objects that demonstrate the contributions of ethnic minorities, particularly those from Africa and the Caribbean, to British society and its impact on global affairs. The part that Africans and their descendants played in British history is often overlooked by historians.

Black British History & Culture

A timeline of Black British history & culture, 1582 – 1855.

1772 1774 1787 1789 1807 1831 18341582 1847 1855

The slave trade is completely

abolished in the British Empire.

Somersett's Case:Lord Mansfield rules slavery is not legal in England and Wales.

The Committee for the Abolition of the Slave Trade established in

Britain.

The Slave Trade Act passed by

the British Parliament.

Crimean War:Mary Seacole

opens the British Hotel.

First English slaving

voyage to Africa.

John Wesley A.M. publishes his

pamphlet "Thoughts Upon Slavery".

“The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano” is

published.

“The History of Mary Prince A

Slave”, published in Britain.

Pablo Fangue circus performer, makes his debut at the

London Amphitheatre.

A timeline of Black British history & culture, 1880’s – 1964.

1898 1914-1918 1919 1946 1948 1950-

1962 1957Late 19th Century 1962 1964

Groundbreaking play “Moon on a

Rainbow Shawl” premieres in London.

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor composes

“Hiawatha’s Wedding Feast”.

Britain's first race riot takes place in

South Shield.

“Windrush", second major immigration

event.

First Nottinghill

Carnival takes place in London.

First wave of large scale

immigration of Blacks in to

Britain.

West India Regiment and British West Indies Regiment, frontline combat

during WW1.

Les Ballet Negres,

Britain’s first black dance company is established.

250,000 West Indians migrate to

Britain.

The Commonwealth Immigrants Act.

A timeline of Black British history & culture, 1965 – 1984.

1968 1971 1973 1975 1978 1980 1980-19851965 1983 1984

Race Riots in various cities

during this period.

First onscreen Black news reporter Barbara Blake

Hannah, debuts on “Today with Eamonn

Andrews”.

Trevor McDonald joins

ITN as news correspondent.

Black Theatre Co-operative

established in London.

Tessa Sanderson, first British woman to win Olympic gold

in the javelin.

The Race Relations Act,

passed by Parliament.

Benjamin Odeje, first Black

Footballer to play for England.

Dr. David Pitt, MP appointed Baron Pitt of Hampstead.

Benjamin Zephaniah

publishes his first book of poetry, “Pen Rhythm”.

“No Problem”, first TV sitcom focused on the Black community

in Britain.

A timeline of Black British history & culture, 1985 - 1996.

1985 1987 1988 1991 1991 1993 19931985 1995 1996

Linford Christie, first man to hold

four major athletics titles in the 100m.

Paul Gilroy’s controversial book

“There Ain’t No Black in the Union Jack” is

published.

Naomi Campbell

appears on the cover of French

Vogue.

First publication of the lifestyle

magazine “Pride”.

MOBO Awards established

(Music of Black Origin).

Fred D’Aguiar publishes his first poetry collection

“Mama Dot”.

Naomi Campbell

appears on the cover of British

Vogue.

Bill Morris, first black leader of a

British Trade Union – TGWU.

The X Press publishers of Black interest

books is established.

Frank Bruno wins WBC

heavyweight boxing title.

A timeline of Black British history & culture, 1996 – 2014.

1998 2000 2001 2003 2004 2005 20071996 2008 2014

David Adjaye architect,

awarded MBE.

Trevor McDonald receives a knighthood

for services to journalism.

Ballet Black founded and holds

its debut performance.

Nottinghill Carnival 40th Anniversary.

Steve McQueen wins an Oscar for the Best Film for

“12 years a Slave”.

Wayne Marshall, Organist-in-

Residence at the Bridgewater Hall.

David Adjaye architect

establishes Adjaye Associates.

Baroness Amos

appointed Leader of The

House of Lords.

John Sentamu appointed Archbishop of York. 2nd most senior position in the Church of

England.

Lewis Hamilton youngest driver to

win F1 World Championship.

From the UK to Hollywood……

Music and dance.

Literature and the Arts“Where I come from," said Archie, "a bloke likes to get to know a girl before he marries her.""Where you come from it is customary to boil vegetables until they fall apart. This does not mean," said Samad tersely, "that it is a good idea.” ― Zadie Smith, White Teeth

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