3. Black Poor - Black British people in 17th and 18th century Britain

This lesson, titled Black British People of 17th and 18th Century Britain, explores the growing Black population during this period and the hardships they faced, including poverty and racial discrimination. The lesson highlights figures such as Ignatius Sancho, the only Black Briton known to have voted in the 18th century, and the increasing presence of Black servants, musicians, and freed slaves in London. It also covers the rise of anti-slavery activists and the government’s response to the Black poor, including the controversial migration program that relocated many to Sierra Leone.

In this bundle, you will receive a download of the PowerPoint lesson, a detailed lesson plan, and a lesson worksheet booklet full of activities for students to complete. Homework assignments are included, allowing students to reflect on the social conditions of Black individuals in Britain and explore the discrimination they endured. This bundle offers a comprehensive view of Black British history in the 17th and 18th centuries, helping students engage critically with the material.