Origins and Development

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What was the Transatlantic Slave Trade?

The Transatlantic Slave Trade was a trading system where Africans were forcibly taken to the Americas as slaves.

Which continents were involved in the Transatlantic Slave Trade?

The trade involved Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

What was the Middle Passage?

The Middle Passage was the journey across the Atlantic Ocean that enslaved Africans were forced to endure.

What were some of the goods exchanged in return for slaves in Africa?

Goods like guns, alcohol, and textiles were exchanged for slaves.

Which European countries were primary participants in the slave trade?

Portugal, Spain, England, France, and the Netherlands were primary participants.

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