Briefly summarize the film:
– Highlight key discoveries about the Clotilda shipwreck and its historical importance.
-Discuss the role of archaeologists and descendants in uncovering this history.
-Was there any primary source evidence exhibited in the film? (ex: census records, journals, letters, court documents, ledgers etc)
Coursework Connections:
– Identify at least two ways that the Clotilda relates to subjects covered in this course.
– In what ways does the film and this course aid in preserving the historical memory of enslaved and formerly enslaved peoples?
Personal Reflection:
-What moments stood out to you the most, and why?
-Did the episode change or deepen your understanding of American slavery?
Twenty-first Century Connections:
-What parallels can be drawn between the struggles of Africatowns descendants and present-day social issues?
-How does this discovery contribute to ongoing conversations about racial justice and historical preservation?
Format Guidelines:
Length: 2 pages, double-spaced
Style: Times New Roman – 12 pt font
Chicago Turabian Format
Font Color: Black
Requirements: 2 pages double spaced

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