History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

The Slave Trade

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Jul 6, 2024
Explore the chilling depths of the Muslim slave trade, a lesser-known but devastating chapter of history. Delve into the complexities of African slavery, examining internal trades and the impacts of Western demands. Uncover the dynamics of slavery during the Abbasid Caliphate and the legacy it leaves in modern society. Challenge common narratives of America's foundation while comparing the Atlantic and Islamic slave trades. This engaging discussion sheds light on the multifaceted nature of slavery and its long-lasting consequences across cultures.
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Africa's Unique Vulnerability to Slavery

  • Africa was the largest source of slaves globally due to lack of stable centralized governments.
  • Other regions with strong governments had fewer slaves taken, like Europe and Asia.
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Muslim Slave Trade Scale and Brutality

  • The Muslim African slave trade was larger and lasted longer than the Atlantic slave trade.
  • It was brutal, dehumanizing, and featured mass slave deaths during desert crossings.
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Differences in Muslim Slavery

  • Slavery in the Muslim world had less of a racial basis than the Atlantic system.
  • Converts to Islam couldn't be enslaved, and slaves were often castrated to prevent reproduction.
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