#historical-narrative

#historical-narrative

"Alert: History Under Construction. Everything on this sign is true but incomplete." This message was part of the exhibit aimed at enhancing historical narratives at Muir Woods National Monument, showcasing untold stories of indigenous peoples and colonial impacts.

The heated and dramatic melting down of Robert E. Lee's statue reflects both historical narratives and contemporary concerns about race and memory, showcasing ongoing divides.

Turnage's flight from Mobile, despite multiple failed attempts and brutal punishment, underscores the determination of enslaved individuals to seek freedom against overwhelming odds.

Did Sammie sell his soul? I've written about how I think Sammie might have sold his soul. The end-credits scene shows him with no scars. That means that it takes place before the events depicted in the movie. Does he attract Remmick because he has access to another dimension? Is the scene showcasing Black music in the middle of the film a sign that he can tap into the divine because of an encounter with an otherworldly being? The next film could show us the answer.

Robert Einstein was cousin to the famous physicist Albert Einstein, both having a deep familial bond formed during their childhood in 19th-century Munich.

Rubenhold brings Belle Elmore back to life and re-examines the narrative around Crippen's case, emphasizing it is predominantly about women, yet told by men.

Equiano's narrative intricately details the horror of the Middle Passage, shedding light on the brutality of the transatlantic slave trade and its impact on countless lives.

The attack on the Lakota village in 1855 at Blue Water Creek marked a pivotal moment, often overlooked, in U.S. military history, resulting in unimaginable violence.