Clotilda: Last American Slave Ship in the Slavery in North A…

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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