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Maroons: In the African American Public History

This library guide will focus on the Maroons during the Atlantic slave trade. This will focus on both the Americas & Caribbean maroons and some legends around them.

Modern Recognition and Challenges

  • Historical Acknowledgment: Increasing recognition in public history and academia.
  • Contemporary Maroon Communities: Some communities still exist, maintaining a distinct cultural identity.
  • Preservation Efforts: Challenges in preserving sites and histories, given their often remote locations and oral history traditions.
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G.R. Little Library

Elizabeth City State University