Three quarters of a century ago, Eric Williams’s groundbreaking historical and economic study changed the way we understand colonialism, the British Empire, the institution of slavery, and the rationale for Emancipation. Historians Selwyn Cudjoe and Heather Cateau and writer Caryl Phillips discuss its legacy and continued relevance. Chaired by Gabrielle Hosein.
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Capitalism & Slavery at 75
Speakers:
Caryl Phillips, Gabrielle Hosein, Heather Cateau, Selwun Cudjoe
Recorded:
Friday 3rd May, 2019
Format:
Video