The Colonial History of Berlin's Most Famous Natural History Exhibit Location: Naturkunde Museum We are at the Naturkunde Museum in Berlin, where thousands of visitors flock to see one of its most famous exhibits: The Giraffatitan brancai is one of the largest and tallest reconstructed dinosaur skeletons in the world. A breathtaking sight, but did [...]
Should Queen Nefertiti's Bust Be Sent Back Home to Egypt? One of Berlin's most iconic museum exhibits is the striking bust of Queen Nefertiti, a queen of the 18th dynasty of ancient Egypt. Displayed at the Neues Museum on the Museumsinsel, this masterpiece is a must-see for tourists and a global symbol of beauty and [...]
A Flea Market Selling Human Skulls Shocking Discoveries in Germany's Colonial Past We are standing outside one of the most prestigious medical facilities in all of Europe-Charité. But did you know this is the location where many human remains from Germany's colonial past have been stored? Charité's collection contains 106 human remains from Africa, Oceania, [...]
The Kulturgutschutzgesetz (KGSG) and Its Impact on Restitution Introduction The Humboldt Forum and many European museums house vast collections of cultural objects looted from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. This raises an important question: Why don't countries like Nigeria or the Democratic Republic of Congo sue museums to reclaim their stolen artifacts? Legally, many [...]
Berlin City Palace: A History from 1918 to 1950 Setting the Context We are standing at the Humboldt Forum in the heart of Berlin. This location, also known as the Berlin City Palace, was once the seat of power for the Electors of Brandenburg, the Kings of Prussia, and eventually, the German Emperor, Kaiser Wilhelm [...]
The Human Zoo at Treptower Park A Forgotten Chapter in Berlin's History If you watched our video on Instagram Page you know that at Karpfenteich, a pond in the Alt-Treptow region. It's located just behind the largest Soviet memorial in Berlin. Around this pond are signs forbidding fishing and bathing. But what's missing is a [...]
Why can't heroes be feminine? Have you ever asked yourself that? Perhaps this narrative is false. Throughout history, countless women have risen as leaders, warriors, and strategists, defying conventional expectations. One such figure is Anacaona, a legendary queen who fought against Spanish colonists during the 16th century in the Caribbean.
The Benin Empire, originally known as Igodomigodo, which means "rulers of the sky," was a remarkable and sophisticated kingdom that flourished in West Africa before European colonization. Located in what is now modern-day Nigeria, the empire ruled over the Edo people and was one of the most powerful kingdoms in the region. Established in the 13th century, the Kingdom of Benin is considered one of the oldest African kingdoms within the West African Rainforest region. Its history is rich with stories of military conquests, artistic brilliance, and complex governance that shaped its legacy.
Anna Mungunda stands as a powerful example of women's resistance to the repressive apartheid regime enforced by the South African police in Namibia. After World War I, Namibia fell under South African occupation following German colonial rule, and the country was subjected to the same racist and colonial laws as South Africa under apartheid.
Yaa Asantewaa stands as a shining example of the resilience, strength, and power that an African queen can uphold in protecting her kingdom. She was the Queen Mother of the Ashanti Kingdom, located in present-day Ghana, reigning from 1880 until her passing in 1921. Yaa Asantewaa played a pivotal role in the British-Ashanti Wars that unfolded in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
