To mark 400 years since the arrival of African slaves to America, author Caryl Phillips reflects on the life of Philip Quaque, an African priest trapped in an impossible situation. Show more

To mark 400 years since the arrival of African slaves to America, David Olusoga reflects on the life of Ina, a young Dahomeyan girl sold into slavery and gifted to Queen Victoria. Show more

To mark 400 years since the arrival of African slaves to America, Daina Ramey Berry reflects on Isaac, who led a rebellion, and whose life ended in a final act of defiance. Show more

To mark the 400 years since the arrival of African slaves to America, author Anne Bailey reflects on two remarkable women. Show more

To mark 400 years since the arrival of African slaves to America, author Caryl Phillips reflects on the life of the young African John Ocansey, exercising his freedom in Liverpool. Show more