We
were informed about the layout of the burials, in coffins and separated
by age and gender. It was overwhelming to learn how much respect was
given to the burials by the Afrikan population of the Golden Rock plantation at the time.
At the site, we had a fierce debate
as well about roles and responsibilities between SECAR and the St. Eustatius
government in the run-up to and during the controversial excavations.
Kenneth
Cuvalay, president of the Alliance, held a small ceremony (libation) to
honor and value the sacrifices and legacy of his ancestors.
A
visit to the depot where the excavated ancestral remains are located is
also planned. Every descendant has the right to visit these places.
The
Golden Rock Afrikan burial ground is located near the airport of St.
Eustatius. Excavations of 75 ancestral remains without knowledge or
consent of the community by an international team of archaeologist in
May 2021 led to the protests of the Alliance.
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