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Urban legend that Norfolk's Harborfest celebrated slave ships is still alive in black community – The Virginian-Pilot

Black historians have tried to debunk the myth, but many residents still refuse to attend the city's marquee event because of the supposed connection to slavery. ....

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Portsmouth is considering returning land to residents of a historic Black neighborhood. Is it a blessing or a burden?

Portsmouth played a significant role in the dismantling of the Sugar Hill neighborhood. Now, the city wants to right the wrongs of the past by returning the land to the Black families it was taken from. But one of the questions still up for debate is whether returning the land would be helpful at all. ....

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Portsmouth is considering returning land to residents of a historic Black neighborhood. Is it a blessing or a burden?

Portsmouth is considering returning land to residents of a historic Black neighborhood. Is it a blessing or a burden?
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Uncovering stories of the Underground Railroad in Portsmouth

History that lies within the streets of Olde Towne, Portsmouth: a self-guided walking tour uncovers the role the city played in the Underground Railroad. ....

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Portsmouth unveils sign, tour on Underground Railroad history

After more than a year’s work, Portsmouth will unveil a new Civil War Trails Underground Railroad sign and walking trail this week to tell the stories of freedom seekers who were escaping slavery. ....

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