Join renowned Black history speaker and genealogist Paul Crooks as he delves into the dynamic saga of emancipation across the Caribbean and North America.

Through the lens of his own ancestry, Paul traces the journey of his great-great-great-grandfather, who gained freedom from a Jamaican sugar plantation in 1838—a pivotal year marking Emancipation Day in the Caribbean. This personal narrative provides a compelling and unique perspective on one of the most transformative eras in Black history.

In this enlightening session, Paul will explore the critical role of Black resistance in North America’s path to emancipation. He will spotlight the courage, strength, and self-determination of enslaved individuals who played an active role in shaping their futures. Through often-overlooked stories and hidden heroes, attendees will gain a deeper appreciation for the contributions of those who fought for freedom.

This event offers a thoughtful exploration of the diverse forces that ended transatlantic enslavement. With its intimate and impactful narratives, it promises to broaden your understanding of Black history and the legacy of Emancipation Day.

Plus Ticket: Along with event access, Plus Ticket holders will receive a digital copy of the ‘Black History of Resistance and Abolition Timeline’ interactive PowerPoint, which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/9vIa8Q9yjh8?si=vTLS31X6efdx18rn

Premium Ticket: Premium access includes all Plus offering, 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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