The long, storied history of solidarity between Black and Irish activists : Code Switch
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What's a portrait of Frederick Douglass doing hanging in an Irish-themed pub in Washington, D.C.? To get to the answer, Parker and Gene dive deep into the long history of solidarity and exchange between Black civil rights leaders and Irish republican activists, starting with Frederick Douglass' visit to Ireland in 1845.
This episode delves into the historical context of Frederick Douglass' visit to Ireland in 1845, which sparked a lasting connection between Black civil rights leaders and Irish republican activists, showcasing the intertwined histories of these movements.
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