Kunta Kinteh Island
Fort James Island, a former holding cell for slaves during the Trans-Atlantic Slave trade, is renamed Kunta Kinteh Island in honor of a prominent Gambian figure.
Synopsis
Fort James Island, a former holding cell for slaves during the Trans-Atlantic Slave trade, is renamed Kunta Kinteh Island in honor of a prominent Gambian figure.
Synopsis
Kunta Kinteh Island, formerly known as Ft. James Island, served as a holding cell for enslaved individuals during the Trans-Atlantic Slave trade. The film details the renaming of the island in honor of Kunta Kinteh, a significant figure in Gambian history. It features perspectives from government officials and the Kinteh family, who reside on nearby Juffureh Island. Their narratives reflect a commitment to preserving their heritage and the historical significance of the site.
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