Rejected petition Change the name of ‘Sambo’s Grave’ in Lancaster to something that isn’t racist

Change the name of the ‘tourist attraction’ “Sambo’s Grave” located in Morecambe.

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The name of the ‘tourist attraction’ located in Morecambe is “Sambo’s Grave”. The term “sambo” is a derogatory term used to refer to the enslaved black people during times when they were being captured and sold as slaves. The term rips black people of their identities, deeming them property; not worthy of names. This is unacceptable. The grave is of a young enslaved boy who died whilst being transported, he was never given a name. Please change the name of this ‘historical grave’.

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Date submitted 18 June 2020
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