Harvard University Reveals Extensive Historical Ties to Slavery
Harvard University has disclosed that at least 259 of its officials enslaved more than 1,600 individuals over a period spanning from 1636 to 1865. This revelation comes as part of the Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery Initiative, which aims to identify the descendants of enslaved individuals. The initiative, in collaboration with American Ancestors, a genealogical nonprofit, has expanded its research significantly since its inception in 2022. Initially, the university identified 70 enslaved individuals, but recent findings have increased this number to 1,613. The database detailing these findings is expected to grow as research continues. Harvard's efforts are part of a broader movement among universities to confront their historical ties to slavery. 
