#trinidad+james

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C.L.R. James (1901–1989) was a renowned Trinidadian intellectual, historian, writer, and activist who became one of the most influential figures in the history of Caribbean and Pan-African thought. Born on January 4, 1901, in Port of Spain, Trinidad, James made significant contributions to literature, history, and political theory. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including history, Marxism, anti-colonialism, and the African diaspora, and he was a key figure in the development of radical thought in the 20th century.

James is perhaps best known for his seminal work, The Black Jacobins (1938), a historical account of the Haitian Revolution (1791–1804), which he considered one of the most important events in world history. In the book, he examined the revolution's leaders, particularly Toussaint Louverture, and explored the complex interplay of race, class, and revolution. The Black Jacobins not only reshaped the historical narrative around Haiti but also provided a foundation for understanding the global significance of anti-colonial struggle.

In addition to his historical writings, James was an ardent Marxist and Pan-Africanist, advocating for the liberation of colonized peoples and promoting the unity of the African diaspora. He was deeply influenced by figures such as Leon Trotsky, and his political activism spanned various movements, including the independence struggles in the Caribbean and Africa. James was also a passionate writer and speaker, contributing to the intellectual ferment of his time with essays, speeches, and articles on culture, politics, and revolution.

James’s political and intellectual journey took him to various parts of the world. In the 1930s and 1940s, he lived in the United Kingdom and became involved in the Labour movement, and later in the United States, where he was a vocal supporter of civil rights and anti-colonial movements. He was closely connected with prominent political figures, including the Nigerian nationalist Nnamdi Azikiwe and the African-American intellectual W.E.B. Du Bois. His writings and activism also had an impact on the independence movements in Africa and the Caribbean, and he became a key figure in the Pan-African movement.

In the 1950s, James’s political views evolved, and he distanced himself from certain Marxist ideologies, while still advocating for the liberation of oppressed peoples. Despite his profound influence, he faced political and intellectual marginalization in the latter part of his life, particularly due to his criticisms of both Soviet communism and Western imperialism.

C.L.R. James spent his final years in the United States and the United Kingdom, where he continued to write and lecture on a variety of subjects, including history, politics, and culture. He died on May 31, 1989, at the age of 88, in London. His death marked the loss of a towering intellectual figure, but his legacy as one of the foremost thinkers on issues of race, revolution, and decolonization continues to resonate in the fields of history, literature, and political theory.

Today, C.L.R. James is remembered as one of the most important Caribbean intellectuals of the 20th century, and his works remain widely studied for their insight into the intersections of race, class, revolution, and colonialism. His vision of a world free from oppression and his contributions to the understanding of revolutionary movements, particularly in the context of the African diaspora, continue to inspire activists, scholars, and writers around the world. 🇹🇹

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A messy draw for the 23rd anniversary for American release! love you guys

[pyrotoons]

On this day in … 1989, C.L.R. James died in Brixton, England. He was a Trinidadian historian, journalist, Trotskyist activist, Marxist writer, and huge cricket fan. His works are influential in various theoretical, social, and historiographical contexts. His work is a staple of Marxism, and he figures as a pioneering and influential voice in postcolonial literature. A tireless political activist, James is the author of the 1937 work ‘World Revolution’ outlining the history of the Communist International, which stirred debate in Trotskyist circles, and in 1938 he wrote on the Haitian Revolution, ‘The Black Jacobins.’

“The rich are only defeated when they’re running for their lives.” — C.L.R. James

digital art hand drawn by @pyrotoons

[tha-wrecka-stow]

You Can Find The Remix Version Featuring Chris Brown & Trey Songz -> Here

[ai-yo]

I wonder how much Trinidad James makes whenever Uptown funk is played. Let me go listen to All Gold Everything

There are actually people who don't know the original song and they're just walking around among us all

[letsdeconstructtogether]

A Peek Behind the Picket Fence

How America Infiltrates Nations: Part II

Key Points of Access to Information:

UN Ambassadors

US Embassy

Trades

[bruiserdarula]

Don’t believe me just watch…

[defensivelee]

azur lane is giving us a lot of british girls in the next update.... their designs are so sleek lately, i def dont need all of them but if i could only have trafalgar or lion i would be pleased

(i also just don't have a UR yet)

[lightscamerabitchsmileee]

Vote for your fave, Reblog & share your thoughts and other faves (even outside of this list) in the tags I would love to hear it 😊😊

Check out my masterpost for the other artists polls thank you and have fun 😊😊

[galleryyuhself]

Galleryyuhself - Designer James Hackett gives us his personal opinion on experimenting with AI in his work.

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Music Video: Trinidad James - Swang

[sexypinkon]

“All the people I met…were bohemians…and I guess I was too. That's why I've never had any money.

“To look at me now, you'd think I was born fat but I wasn't. I used to pose for these young artists. Fifty cents an hour. Then I'd take the money and buy food and cook it for them. That would happen two, three times a week.”

- Connie Williams

restaurateur, culture-bearer, and community organizer.