Lesson 49 of 84 · World History
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The Transatlantic Slave Trade, which occurred from the 16th to the 19th centuries, involved the forced transportation of millions of Africans to the Americas as part of the triangular trade system.
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The Transatlantic Slave Trade, which occurred from the 16th to the 19th centuries, involved the forced transportation of millions of Africans to the Americas as part of the triangular trade system. This brutal practice was driven by demand for labor in plantations and mines, leading to devastating consequences for African societies. The legacy of the slave trade continues to impact social, economic, and cultural structures in both Africa and the Americas today.
Key Facts
The Transatlantic Slave Trade lasted from the 16th to the 19th centuries.
Millions of Africans were forcibly transported to the Americas.
The trade was part of a triangular trade system.
Timeline
The Civil War ends; slavery is abolished
The Transcontinental Railroad is completed
Women gain the right to vote (19th Amendment)
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1 of 2What was the primary reason for the Transatlantic Slave Trade?
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