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Category: Fredrick Douglas

Looking back: How my interest in Irish history and identity began

April 7, 2019 Ken Johnston

One of the questions I’m frequently asked is how did I become interested and aware of Northern Ireland’s Civil Rights…

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Posted in: Fredrick Douglas, Ireland, Irish Diaspora, Republic of Ireland

The Black O’Connell

March 16, 2019 Ken Johnston

As I prepare for my trip to Ireland next month to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Belfast to Derry…

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Posted in: Fredrick Douglas, Ireland, Irish Diaspora, Museum, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland

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