That is to say the great French warlord Napoleon Bonaparte has been attributed to say that “History is a set of lies agreed upon.” As such, any generally accepted historical records should be subjected to thorough scrutiny, investigation, verification, and if found wanting, rejection.
The goal of Afro Perspectives is to educate, inspire, and empower our family, friends, and neighbors with vital facts, knowledge, and information that will allow them to live fully as self-actualized, creative, and successful people.
Afro Perspectives is about recovering and restoring the lost history of the so-called “Black” people living in America. Our focus is on solving the mysteries regarding what “African-American” people were doing before the Colonial Invasions of 1492.
Dr. Yosef Ben-Jochannan (1918 – 2015) – The Uncompromising Champion of African Historical Truth Life and Career Dr. Yosef Ben-Jochannan, affectionately known as “Dr. Ben,” emerged as one of the most formidable scholars in Afrocentric
Dr. John Henrik Clarke (1915 – 1998) – Historian, Educator, and Pan-Africanist Visionary Life and Career Dr. John Henrik Clarke was an African American historian, professor, and staunch Pan-Africanist whose groundbreaking scholarship reshaped the study
During the period of European colonialism, several European powers invaded and established settlements in the Americas. Below is a list of the major colonial powers, their arrival dates, the duration of their presence, the areas
The Identity Crisis of So-Called African-American and Black People Are Black people really Black? What does it mean to be a Black man or a Black woman? Is “Black” a real racial identity? Is Black
Heroes or Villains? The Buffalo Soldiers were African-American regiments of the U.S. Army established after the Civil War, primarily serving in the western frontier during the late 19th century. While they are often celebrated for
The 20th century saw a number of significant U.S. legislative acts that profoundly impacted Native American communities. These laws addressed issues ranging from land ownership and tribal sovereignty to education and civil rights. An “act”