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It's one of the most famous photos in history - but what's the story behind the Black Power protest at the 1968 Olympics? The Modern Olympics have never been just about sport. Despite offic … read more

Today marks the birthday of Viola Desmond. In 1946, she took a stand against segregation in Nova Scotia which sent shockwaves across the whole of Canada. Halifax Harbour Ferry Viola Desmond. Source … read more

56 years ago today, four young girls were murdered at a black church in Alabama in an act of white supremacist terrorism. Even in this context of racist extremism and violence, the African-American Ci … read more

In 1966, America's most renowned boxer refused to be drafted into the Vietnam War. The backlash led to the loss of his heavyweight boxing titles, but Ali's resistance helped fuel the anti-war movement … read more