Frank Harris lll - They Came Across the Water

The transcript is a poetic reflection on the journey of enslaved Africans to America, divided into three passages: the first passage, the middle passage, and the final passage. It highlights the suffering, loss, and dehumanization experienced by the enslaved, as well as the ongoing impact of this history. The poem emphasizes the namelessness and forgotten identities of those who endured this journey, while critiquing the hypocrisy of those who enslaved them.

How does the text convey the concept of loss and memory regarding the enslaved individuals?

In what ways does the text reflect on the idea of hope amidst despair for the enslaved Africans?