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The 1674 Capture of the Golden Galley: A Pirate Slave Ship
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the story of the Golden Galley, a pirate ship that was captured off the coast of West Africa in 1674 with a cargo of enslaved Africans. They discuss the Royal African Company's efforts to suppress rival European traders and pirates, the role of the English navy in protecting the slave trade, and the fate of the captives aboard the ship. The episode also touches on the broader context of the Atlantic slave trade in the late 17th century, including the Dutch and English competition for control of the trade routes. Specific details include the…
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