A review of Black and British by David Olusoga, exploring Black presence, empire, memory and why the book matters for local history.
A reflective review of The Black Jacobins by C. L. R. James, exploring the Haitian Revolution, Black resistance, and the book’s lasting significance for Black history studies in Britain.
A review of Staying Power by Peter Fryer, exploring Black British history, continuity, belonging, labour and the myth of the newcomer.
David Lammy's Tribes explores race, identity and belonging in Britain — recommended reading on Black British political history from Echoes of Brighton's Past.
Peter Fryer's Staying Power traces Black presence in Britain from Roman times to today — essential reading recommended by Echoes of Brighton's Past.
David Omissi's collection of WWI Indian soldiers' letters includes accounts from men treated at Brighton's Royal Pavilion hospital — recommended reading.
The story of the British West Indies Regiment, formed in Seaford, Sussex in 1915 — Caribbean soldiers who fought for Britain in the First World War.
Telling Stories of Brighton & Hove by QueenSpark Books — 50 years of local narratives including Black history, migration, protest and community life.