Britain’s heritage is steeped in the remnants and history of slavery, but you wouldn’t necessarily know it.
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The statue was part of a push in the Victorian era to create mercantile heroes. Colston's slaving activities were conveniently glossed over.
After years of inaction by authorities, protesters have forced the point – opening a new chapter in this monument's history.
