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Define Middle Passage.
The horrific voyage across the Atlantic Ocean endured by enslaved Africans.
What are slave narratives?
Firsthand autobiographical accounts of enslaved Africans detailing their experiences.
Define Coastal Dungeons.
Overcrowded, unsanitary holding areas on the African coast where captives awaited transport.
What does 'Final Passage' refer to?
The arrival of enslaved Africans in the Americas, including quarantine, resale, and transport.
Define 'Capture' in the context of the slave trade.
The act of seizing Africans through raids, warfare, or kidnapping for enslavement.
What is meant by 'Coastal Waiting'?
The period when captured Africans were held in coastal dungeons awaiting transport on slave ships.
Define Abolitionist Movement.
The social and political effort to end slavery and the slave trade.
What were the causes and effects of increased violence in West Africa during the slave trade?
Cause: Economic incentives to trade captives for firearms. Effect: Increased warfare, destabilization of kingdoms, and a cycle of violence.
What were the causes and effects of depopulation in West Africa?
Cause: The removal of young, able-bodied people through the slave trade. Effect: Disrupted social structures, hindered economic development, and decline of indigenous industries.
What is the significance of slave narratives?
They provided firsthand accounts of the horrors of slavery, challenged racist stereotypes, and served as tools for abolition.