History of Africa – Before 1800
Transatlantic trade refers to the exchange of goods, resources, and people across the Atlantic Ocean, primarily between Africa, Europe, and the Americas from the 15th to the 19th centuries. This trade network involved a variety of commodities such as gold, sugar, and enslaved individuals, significantly impacting the economies and societies of the involved regions. The flow of resources contributed to the rise of powerful states and empires in Africa, while simultaneously shaping European colonial ambitions and wealth.
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