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Professor David Olusoga OBE announces a talk in Cardiff
History and the History Wars
History and historians are under attack from politicians and the tabloids worldwide but can history unite rather than divide us
Join us for a captivating evening with Professor David Olusoga OBE, the renowned historian, BAFTA-winning filmmaker
Also as presenter of BBC2’s A House Through Time we see a new series begin on BBC 2 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002389m
In this talk, David will examine why black history matters plus the causes of the ‘history wars’ and asks where they might lead us
Through his TV work and writing, he has sought to make history inclusive, expansive and diverse by shedding a light on how history is viewed through the media
This recently included his Book and the BBC series Union - featuring the history of Wales Scotland and Ireland
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0gd264g
Always determined to increase the appeal of history as a subject to young people from similar backgrounds to his own. Using individuals’ voices and experiences to tell stories, he will take us on a fascinating journey examining what history reveals about contemporary society.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a leading voice in modern history and storytelling with an evening designed to leave you not only intrigued by history but also moved by the stories that connect us all
The talk will be followed by a Q&A session and book signing
Address
The Arcadian CentreHurst Street
Birmingham
UK
B54DP
Venue age restrictions:
Over 18s only
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