Capoeira
[kapuˈejɾɐ])
A Testament to the Human Spirit
Brazilian Slavery
Brazil was the most common destination for African captives.
42% of all enslaved people from the Middle Passage went to Brazil.
Slavery existed in Brazil for more than 250 years.
Slavery accounts for half of the history of Brazil.
The African culture, and the slave culture, are more evident in the modern culture of Brazil than in any other country in the Americas.
There is evidence in the language, the food, music and just about every other art form. It permeates the country.
According to Brazil’s website, 85,000,000 African descendants live in Brazil.
Compare and contrast Brazilian and American slavery.
What is the seed a metaphor for in the video? (What does it represent?)
Capoeira was forbidden by the Brazilian Constitution for over 100 years. Along with soccer, it is now a Brazilian National sport practiced by generations all over the world. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME. This takes years of training to perform.
The performer is 9 years old.