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"They're Lying About Your History" - Rafe Heydel-Mankoo

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Revisiting History's Complexities

This chapter examines the challenges of teaching and interpreting history in today's educational landscape, emphasizing the need for objectivity and critical thinking among students. It explores the nuanced legacy of colonialism and the British Empire, urging a balanced perspective that acknowledges both positive and negative contributions. The conversation also critiques modern interpretations of historical figures, highlighting the importance of contextual understanding while addressing knowledge gaps in current students' awareness of historical facts and ongoing issues related to slavery.

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