African Slave Imports

Definition

African slave imports refer to the transportation and arrival of enslaved Africans into British colonies during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. This practice was driven by a growing demand for labor in industries such as agriculture, particularly in the Southern colonies.

Related terms

Middle Passage: The Middle Passage was the brutal voyage across the Atlantic Ocean that enslaved Africans endured during their transport to the Americas.

Triangular Trade: The Triangular Trade refers to a complex trading network between Europe, Africa, and the Americas that involved the exchange of goods (including slaves) and resources.

Cash Crops: Cash crops are agricultural products grown primarily for sale rather than personal consumption. In colonial America, cash crops like tobacco and rice required intensive labor, leading to increased demand for enslaved Africans.