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The British empire's divisive legacy

History Extra podcast

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Redefining British History Narratives

The chapter advocates for changing the conversation around British history by separating pride and shame from it, focusing on understanding its complexity. It stresses the importance of teaching the British Empire in schools for a more comprehensive education and discusses truth and reconciliation processes in post-imperial territories. The speaker shares personal experiences and explores the danger of historical inaccuracy in discussions about defending the empire.

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