Gilbert Clarke, who lives in Plaistow, shared his memories of D-Day as a young RAF recruit training in Britain.

Gilbert Clarke

Born in Jamaica, Gilbert, his brother and sister lost their father when Gilbert was three. A bright pupil…


The Kumasi Memorial which stands in the centre of town, commemorates 768 officers, troops & carriers of the Gold Coast Regiment who died during the First World War 1914-18.

Private Bai

Private Bai of the Gold Coast Regiment was the first confirmed Commonwealth casualty under fire in the First World War….


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Black History Month

2026 LISTINGS

Lambeth Friday 20 February 2026

ZooNation: Hip-Hop Half Term

Celebrate the vibrancy of Black dance culture with ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company at the Southbank Centre. As…

Tower Hamlets Saturday 21 February 2026

Whitney – Queen of the Night

Direct from the West End, the critically acclaimed Whitney – Queen of the Night arrives at the historic…

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Bristol Saturday 21 February

Community Celebration

Join us on Saturday 21 February (12:00–18:00) at Arnolfini for a vibrant Community Celebration, bringing together the Diverse…