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The Africans: A Triple Legacy--Tools Of Exploitation

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Wide shot of low skyscrapers. Caption. In what continent am I, Africa or Europe?

Provides an overview of the history of Africa and examines major influences on this complex continent: indigenous heritage, Western culture, and the Islamic religion. Traces the colonial economic legacy, the development of slavery, and European control of Africa's natural resources, paying special attention to the roles played by Belgium and Great Britain. Produced by WETA/Washington, D.C. and the BBC. NOTE: Contains some nudity. NOTE: The captioned DVD has closed captions (decoder needed).

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Runtime: 58 minutes 38 seconds

Topic: Geography, Religion, Philosophy, and Spirituality, Social Science
Subtopic: Africa, Anthropology, Multiculturalism, World Religions
Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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Release Year: 1986
Producer/Distributor: Annenberg
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A pastor standing in front of a white church and holding a red hardcover book. He looks slightly up and away from camera, sun shining on his face.

Middle eastern man looks just off camera. Caption. I felt that I was just as American as anybody else.

Old-fashioned radio rests on a wooden ledge next to a plate of Christmas tree and smiley faces cookies.

Digital illustration of Jesus Christ framed by a golden halo and standing in the doorway of a tomb. Caption. Christians believe Jesus Christ came back to life.

Series of illustrated Biblical scenes from Abraham's life. He is shown walking and working with his son.

Aerial view of crowds lined up for prayer in front of illuminated mosque.

A gold menorah lit with flames superimposed in front of a mud brick wall with a doorway framing the moon.

Series of blue toned illustrations depicting stories of Hindu deities and demons. Caption. It began as an ancient Hindu celebration.

Digital illustration of a post and lintel streaked with red. Pyramid structures and moon in background. Caption. So the plague would pass over them.

Collaged illustration. Queen Esther wears a purple dress and gestures towards King Haman who wears a red robe and gold hat. Caption. And persuaded the king to ignore the decree.