The transatlantic trade in enslaved people between Europe, Africa and the Americas between the 16th and 19th centuries displaced 12-15 million people, most of them from West Africa, and subjected them to a life of forced servitude and often an early death. The resources on this page give some insight into what happened, and some of the figures involved in the abolition of slavery.
Alexander Hamilton
Watch Robin Scott-Elliot’s video on the life of Alexander Hamilton, founding father of modern America and supporter of abolition. Then read the fact file and write your own song about him.
Museum of London Docklands
Take a tour of the Museum of London Docklands with Jeannie Waudby to find out more about London’s links to the transatlantic slave trade.
Time Tunnellers 