One Thousand Years of Slavery

Uncover a bloody slave revolt in New Orleans with actor CCH Pounder. Revisit the mutiny aboard the Amistad with Hollywood star Debbie Allen and reflect on the rebellious spirit that drove the civil rights movement with Martin Luther King’s daughter.

Travel to the Caribbean with actor David Harewood to discover how the roots of an oppressive system became the blueprint for American slavery. Journey to Ghana to uncover the shameful history of the West African slave trade with actor Hugh Quarshie.

Accompany the sister of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to Istanbul, where a startling family discovery awaits. Go to Lisbon with conductor Karen Gibson to hear the tale of Joseph Emidy, a famed 18th-century African musician who was enslaved.

Witness writer Edward Ball confront his family’s involvement in slavery. Explore Frederick Douglass’ role in the abolition movement, as his descendants reflect on the continuing struggles of civil rights activists with Martin Luther King’s daughter.