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Simon Sebag Montefiore Goes Into the World | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

The Secrets of Statecraft

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The Slave Trade: Power, Love, and Family

This chapter explores the dark history of the slave trade and its impact on power dynamics, love affairs, and families. It delves into the secret relationship between Sally Heming and Thomas Jefferson, as well as the broader involvement of Britain and other slave trades in world history. Additionally, it discusses the importance of family history and the role of music in documenting and shaping historical narratives.

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