Identity and Dehumanization in Enslavement

This chapter explores the life of an enslaved individual renamed Gustavus Vasa by his Royal Navy owner, highlighting the loss of identity through renaming. It contrasts the brutal realities of enslavement with the relatively better treatment this individual receives compared to others in similar situations.

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