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Today in History Africa 17 June

17 June, 2023 · In: Today in History Africa

Want to know what happened Today in History Africa 17 June? These are 3 historical events that took place today, in the continent of Africa and the African diaspora.

Today in History Africa 17 June

The continent of Africa has an immensely rich history; hidden African history is becoming more accessible as it is finally coming to light. African history, people, culture and books have influenced and inspired the world for time immemorial; it is now time for Africa to shine!

In this post you will learn about the many things that happened today in history in Africa and in the African diaspora like who is the publisher of Things Fall Apart?

After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: Nigerian history, Chinua Achebe.

This post is all about what happened Today in History Africa 17 June.

Today in History Africa 17 June

Holidays in Africa

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

Today, 17 June 2023, is the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.

African Literature

Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe Published

1959

On this day, 17 June 1958, Chinua Achebe published his debut novel, Things Fall Apart.

A Last Word Before Incarceration, Marcus Garvey

On this day, 17 June 1923, Marcus Garvey delivered his speech, A Last Word Before Incarceration, at Liberty Hall, New York City.

Read it here: https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/1923-marcus-garvey-last-word-incarceration/#:~:text=In%201923%20Marcus%20Garvey%20was,City%20on%20June%2017%2C%201923.

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