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BY Francis Akhalbey, 6:52am May 05, 2018,

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5 slave forts and castles in Africa that prove slavery was not a choice [Photos]

by Francis Akhalbey, 6:52am May 05, 2018,

5 slave forts and castles in Africa that prove slavery was not a choice [Photos]

Cape Coast Castle – Ghana

Originally used as a trading spot for timber and gold, the Cape Coast castle later became a transition centre for African slaves to be shipped to the Americas and Caribbean. It was built by the Swedes.

5 slave forts and castles in Africa that prove slavery was not a choice [Photos]

Ex-US President Barack Obama at the Cape Coast slave castle — Photo Credit: Pete Souza

5 slave forts and castles in Africa that prove slavery was not a choice [Photos]

Cape Coast Castle — Photo Credit: SandisterTei

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: May 4, 2018

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