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1921 - Second Pan-African Congress met in London

The Second Pan-African Congress met in London from August 28 to September 1, 1921. It was an important event in the Pan-African movement, bringing together intellectuals, activists, and leaders from across the African diaspora to discuss the issues facing African people, both on the continent and abroad.

This congress focused on themes like the liberation of Africa from colonialism, the fight against racial discrimination, and the promotion of African unity. Notable figures like W.E.B. Du Bois, who was a key organizer of the Pan-African Congress, played a significant role in shaping the agenda. The meeting was pivotal in shaping the discourse on decolonization and civil rights, contributing to later movements for African independence.

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