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unite people of African descent worldwide
Zora Neale Hurston collected African-American folklore to preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of African Americans. She believed that these stories, songs, and traditions were important and should not be forgotten, as they provided insight into the history and experiences of the African-American community. Hurston also sought to challenge stereotypes and highlight the creativity and resilience of African-American people.
the African American experience .
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they sought refuge in their families, religion, art and dance.
The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 sought to partition the African continent among European powers. It resulted in the carving up of Africa without the consent of its inhabitants, leading to the colonization and exploitation of the continent's resources.
Negritude developed in the 1930s as a literary and cultural movement among French-speaking African and Caribbean intellectuals, notably figures like Aimé Césaire, Léopold Sédar Senghor, and Léon Damas. It emerged as a response to colonial racism and the devaluation of African cultures, emphasizing pride in Black identity, heritage, and values. The movement sought to reclaim African culture and promote solidarity among people of African descent, fostering a sense of unity against colonial oppression. Through poetry, essays, and art, Negritude celebrated African traditions while critiquing the colonial experience.
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