“The truth is that any figure of Africans imported into the Americas which is narrowly based on the surviving records is bound to be low, because there were so many people at the time who had a vested interest in smuggling slaves (and withholding data. Nevertheless, if the low figure of ten million was accepted as basis for evaluating the impact of slaving on Africa as a whole, the conclusions that could legitimately be drawn would confound those who attempt to make light of the experience of the rape of Africans from 1445 to 1870.”
Quote by Walter Rodney
Work
How Europe Underdeveloped Africa
This book delves into the complex interactions between Europe and Africa, exploring the impact of colonialism, trade, and economic policies on the development of African nations. It provides a comprehensive examination of the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Africa in its pursuit of development. more
Author
Walter Rodney
Walter Rodney was a prominent historian known for his in-depth research into the history of the Caribbean region. Born on March 23, 1942, and passing away on June 13, 1980, Rodney's work emphasized the historical connections between Africa and the Caribbean, and critically analyzed colonialism and racism. more
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