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54. Royal African Company: Slavery Inc

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Labor Sources in Colonial West Africa

This chapter delves into the historical labor markets of West Africa, emphasizing the British plantations' efforts to address labor shortages through various means. It examines the recruitment of local indigenous populations, including the Caribs, alongside the utilization of indentured white laborers and convicts, unveiling the complexities of labor sourcing during colonial times.

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