Question

what was the condition of slave trade in 17th century

Answer 1

Slavery itself would persist in the British colonies until its final abolition in 1838. However, abolitionists would continue campaigning against the international trade of slaves after this date. The slave trade refers to the transatlantic trading patterns which were established as early as the mid-17th century.

Answer 2

The conditions of slaves during salve labour was as follows :

• As the slave trade begin in 17th century, the slaves were bought from local chieftians.
• After branding and shackling, the slaves were packed tightly into voyage for the three month long wire across the Atlantic to the Caribbean.
• At the African coast, they were sold to plantation owners.