On October 4, 2007 the dedication ceremonies  were held for a new national monument in New York City, The African Burial Ground Monument which honors the slaves buried there which is believed to be anywhere between 15,000 to 20,000. Click the link below to watch video of the dedication ceremony  which includes moving words by Maya Angelou.

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