Black History Month: Trooping the Culture book launch with author Richard Stokes at Bristol Museum

The true Story of the first Black Grenadier Guardsman is being told for the first time by the man himself Richard Stokes, 35 years after leaving the British Army. His book Trooping the Culture uncovers the layers of his life from being in the army and fighting racism, to being adopted into a white family and seeking his identity. He will unveil the psychological legacy it leaves behind and how he gets through it. It’s a compelling story of resilience, endurance and survival.

[@rosiestewart1355]

Just found the time to watch this, can’t wait to get the book ❤

[@toniaoates6236]

Amazing! ❤

[@PaulGallagher-xr2hc]

Richard you always were and shall be an amazing person well done 👍

[@shawnnaphtalisobers6757]

Thank you Richard for sharing your experience, and for how you have used it to do good in the world today.

[@katypatrick4281]

Such a shame it's unclear to start with, I really hope people stick with listening to it as the sound does get better. Well done Richard x

[@princesshall8229]

That's my brother well done I'm proud of you 👏 🥰 💛

[@thiskamg]

This was a moving event. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to your book.

[@princesshall8229]

This is my brother hi Richard 👋

[@SKF358]

The audio is too poor.

[@jobeddall6226]

Proud of you xx