The Portuguese transplanted more than 3 million enslaved Africans to Brazil to work on the plantations
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Portuguese sailors believed that crossing the equator would bring bad luck and dangers at sea. They held ceremonies to appease the sea gods and ensure a safe voyage.
The slaves who could farm would already know how to care for the crops.
They never did; it was the Spaniards. The Philipinnes were to develop into a vital link in Spain's very profitable trade with the Americas and the Far East. But initially, the desire to bring Christianity to this part of the world was also a very strong motive.
Frederick Douglass used his education to advocate for the abolition of slavery, speaking and writing about the injustices faced by slaves. He felt empowered and motivated to bring about change by educating others about the dehumanizing effects of slavery and inspiring them to fight for their freedom.
Equiano believes that the brutal and inhumane treatment endured by slaves, including himself, are integral to the slave trade. These hardships, which are so severe that he cannot bring himself to fully describe them, highlight the harsh reality of the system that dehumanizes and exploits individuals for profit. For Equiano, these experiences underscore the cruelty and degradations inherent in the slave trade.