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Plaque Honoring 1796 African-Caribbean Prisoners Stolen From Castle

By Drooid · Oct 17, 2026, 4:13 PM UTC · How we work

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English Heritage staff reported that a plaque honoring 1796 African-Caribbean prisoners was stolen from Portchester Castle.
Staff found the plaque missing on 14 October and noted a gate padlock had been removed.
The plaque was unveiled on 9 October 2026, marking the 230th anniversary of a shipwreck and 2,000 prisoners.
Garifuna advocate Princess Eulogia said the theft reflected racism.

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English Heritage staff reported that a plaque honoring 1796 African-Caribbean prisoners was stolen from Portchester Castle.
Staff found the plaque missing on 14 October and noted a gate padlock had been removed.
The plaque was unveiled on 9 October 2026, marking the 230th anniversary of a shipwreck and 2,000 prisoners.
Garifuna advocate Princess Eulogia said the theft reflected racism.