Month: April 2026

The Economic Interdependence of Plantation Slavery and Maritime Trade The relationship between plantation slavery and maritime trade in the 17th and 18th centuries was one of profound economic interdependence. The development and prosperity of colonial economies were largely dependent onRead full article The Relationship Between Plantation Slavery and Maritime Trade

The Connection Between Maritime Slavery and the Industrial Revolution The Industrial Revolution marked a period of profound transformation, characterized by innovations in technology, industry, and transportation. A significant but often overlooked aspect contributing to this era of rapid development wasRead full article How Maritime Slavery Contributed to the Industrial Revolution

The Historical Context of Privateering In the complex era of the Atlantic slave trade, a multitude of players and mechanisms facilitated the transportation of enslaved people across the ocean. Among these were privateers, who played a unique role in theRead full article The Role of Privateers in Transporting Enslaved People