Hundreds of people crowded into Brixton’s Black Cultural Archives last night (9 April) for an event to mark the death of the noted equal rights campaigner and Brixton resident Darcus Howe.
Those who could not get into the courtyard to watch two films and hear the people who knew him recall his life spilled out into Windrush Square.
The BCA’s courtyard was crowded long before proceedings began
Introduced by BCA director Paul Reid, speakers ranged from childhood friends in Trinidad to former Cabinet minister Lord (Paul) Boateng.
Without exception, they recalled his inspiring presence and intellect, bravery and humanity.
Darcus’ widow Leila and members of his family were greeted by the audience
BCA director Paul Reid was MC
Former Black Panthers listen to the contribution of Early – the Black Panther Movement’s first and youngest recruit in Brixton in the 1960s
Neil Kenlock – the Black Panther Movement’s photographer, whose work is on display at the BCA this week
Brother Sam, who knew Darcus from their school days in Port of Spain, Trinidad
Black Panther Noel Green, manager of the pioneer lovers’ rock band Matumbi
Black Panther Sonia Reid
Black Panther Corinthia
Black Panther Clovis Reid
Paul Boateng
Darcus’ widow Leila was presented with BlackPoppyRose wreath by Selena Carty in recognition of his role as a soldier for Black rights
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