Jan 13, 2026
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Kunta Kinte is the central figure of Alex Haley’s 1976 novel Roots and the subsequent TV miniseries—presented by Haley as his 18th‑century Mandinka ancestor who was captured in Juffureh, The Gambia, a...
Kunta Kinte's Historical Existence
The historical accuracy of Alex Haley's portrayal of Kunta Kinte in Roots, including his capture, enslavement, and genealogical connection to Haley.