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Petition to the Education Secretary, to Reflect True English History by Including Black Tudors in the National Curriculum

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Delores Yates
12 years ago

I am very passionate about this subject. Growing up in the English school system we were never taught about Black history. All we knew of was a background of slavery, but that is not the case. This book is very important for our young ones to understand the meaning of Black history. We were the pillar of society back in ancient times.

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Paulette White
12 years ago

I believe it should be accessible to everyone, not just ethnic groups. We need to educate everyone on Black history, instead of just focussing on the slavery aspect. The African contribution to civilisation should be taught to all people of all nations in all walks of life.

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Sulayman Aswad
12 years ago

It is imperative that they have this knowledge of our history (Especially the Blackamoores and their massive contribution) in the curriculum

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Kimberley Elliott
12 years ago

Black History should be a part of the National Curriculum

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Sarah
12 years ago

I think it will be beneficial for all children of all cultures to read this.

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David Bailey
12 years ago

History is not colour blind.

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Duane McBean
12 years ago

I don't see any reason to leave any thing out, Teach the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

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George Ellis
12 years ago

This is a fantastic idea and should definitely be added to the National Curriculum to promote a more inclusive education system.

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Malvia Kenlock
12 years ago

In order to integrate the already marginalised black youth in this country it is imperative that they recognise a positive contribution their ancestors have made to english history. and the wealth of this nation.

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AsaRu
12 years ago

If we are serious about education, then the black presence can no longer be hidden for without recognizing this critical contribution, the growth and development of Britain cannot be understood

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Onjo
12 years ago

Since Black Tudors have contributed to English society its only fear to make it known through the English curriculum as this will help in understanding English society today.

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David Onomivbori
12 years ago

I believe that the true history needs to be told and support the efforts of this book and the efforts to persuade the Education Minister to include this into the National Curriculum so that all can learn something about history in particular African history.

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Bella
12 years ago

About time! I completely support your endeavours. More power to you.

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Naiomi Campbell
12 years ago

As people very interested in all history, this book has become very valuable to my family. I am glad to be able to show the future generations of my family this collection of previously dismissed facts. It belongs in all schools world round.

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John Davison
12 years ago

As a primary school teacher I agree fully that this would be a good move.

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Ashantwa Singh
12 years ago

There should be no question about the revealing of truth within our schools. This book should be in EVERY SCHOOL!

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F. Sterling
12 years ago

A great book that deserves to be read by all.

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Alvin Sterling
12 years ago

This is a GREAT BOOK!

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Adrian Bass
12 years ago

A great book, and good for the confidence in culture for everybody.

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Urshell Smith
12 years ago

Such History is well overdue in our schools.