{"id":99254,"date":"2026-04-29T06:59:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T06:59:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/angola\/all-news\/angolan-embassy-attends-african-landing-memorial-plaza"},"modified":"2026-04-29T08:39:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T08:39:36","slug":"angolan-embassy-attends-african-landing-memorial-plaza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/angola\/all-news\/angolan-embassy-attends-african-landing-memorial-plaza","title":{"rendered":"Angolan Embassy Attends African Landing Memorial Plaza"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Angola. <\/strong><\/span><b>The Angolan Embassy in the United States of America participated on Friday (24) in the inauguration ceremony of the African Landing Memorial Plaza in Fort Monroe, Virginia.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>According to a press release from the Angolan Embassy in the USA sent, the spot constitutes the first completed element of the African Landing Memorial and serves as a place for reflection, memory and connection, establishing a symbolic link between Central-Western Africa, the transatlantic crossing and the coast of present-day Virginia.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony evoked the memory of the first Angolans taken to Virginia in 1619, inviting those present to reflect on this historical milestone.<\/p>\n<p>The event was attended by the Angolan Ambassador to the United States of America, Agostinho Van-Du\u0301nem, the Governor of Virginia, Abigail Spanberger, the Attorney General of the State, Jay Juma, Senator Mamie Locke, as well as members of civil society.<\/p>\n<p>On the occasion, Abigail Spanberger highlighted the historical relevance of the site, located in Point Comfort, on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, considering it a fundamental point for understanding the history of the United States.<\/p>\n<p>In turn, Ambassador Agostinho Van-Du\u0301nem stated that the African Landing Memorial Plaza represents more than a physical space, symbolizing the recognition of a long-neglected memory.<\/p>\n<p>The diplomat also emphasized that Angola remains present in the diaspora through its traditions, languages, and cultural expressions, which continue to mark generations.<\/p>\n<p>On behalf of the Angolan Executive, the ambassador expressed gratitude for the partnership with the authorities of Fort Monroe, the Tucker family, and the Government of Virginia, highlighting their commitment to preserving this historical legacy and strengthening ties between the two peoples.<\/p>\n<p>c<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Angola<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Angola. The Angolan Embassy in the United States of America participated on Friday (24) in the inauguration ceremony of the African Landing Memorial Plaza in Fort Monroe, Virginia. 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