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The Forgotten Architects of the Slave Trade: African Kings
We often imagine the Atlantic slave trade as a one-way street of European aggression, but this episode pulls back the curtain on the complex political machinery that made it possible. We explore how West African states like Dahomey, Asante, and Oyo transformed from regional powers into key suppliers in the transatlantic market. By looking at figures like King Ghezo and the diplomatic maneuvering of the Kingdom of Kongo, we see how internal warfare, succession crises, and the demand for firearms created a deadly feedback loop. This isn't about blaming victims or absolving colonizers…
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