While researching his ancestors who witnessed Emancipation Day, Paul Crooks uncovered the remarkable story of his great-great-great-grandfather, who gained freedom from a Jamaican sugar plantation in 1838. Intrigued by this discovery, Paul delved into the powerful forces that led to the decision to emancipate the enslaved people of the Caribbean.

As a pioneering genealogist, Paul captivates audiences with his compelling account of tracing two African ancestors who were captured off the West Coast of Africa and enslaved on a Jamaican sugar plantation more than 200 years ago.

In this talk, Paul will explore his ancestors’ involvement in Jamaica’s Baptist War—a pivotal uprising that significantly contributed to the weakening of the British system of slavery. He will shed light on the often-overlooked history of “The Jamaican Slaves Who Abolished Slavery,” providing thought-provoking insights into their courage and determination.

Join Paul for this inspiring online evening seminar and uncover a hidden chapter of history that continues to inspire.

Plus Ticket: Along with event access, Plus Ticket holders will receive a digital copy of the ‘The First Maroon War’ interactive PowerPoint, which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/G-4LQSGP4-o

Premium Ticket: Premium access includes all Plus offerings, plus a digital copy of Paul Crooks’ latest novel ‘Descendants,’ sent to you electronically after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/BmI8rTjUEmE

Deluxe Ticket: Deluxe attendees enjoy all Premium benefits, with the added bonus of the ‘DNA Testing Demystified: Separating Fact from Fiction in Genealogy’ eBook to deepen your understanding of genealogy which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/mQanCy3o1XM

About the speaker

Trailblazing family historian Paul Crooks pioneered research into Black genealogy during the 1990s. He traced his family history from London, back 6 generations, to ancestors enslaved on a sugar plantation in North America.

Paul was told that it would be impossible to trace records of slave-ownership let alone his Ancestors enslaved on plantations in North America. “No one had tried because such records did not exist.” Undeterred, he embarked on a journey of discovery that led from suburban North London to North America and ultimately back to the Gold Coast.

His books, Ancestors and A Tree Without Roots – The Guide To Tracing British, African and Asian Caribbean Ancestry brought him international recognition for his breakthrough research into Black genealogy.

Paul is credited with inspiring an upsurge in interest in Black and British ancestry. He is also recognised for having spawned an industry in African Caribbean genealogy.

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