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Impact of the Slave Trade: Through a Ghanaian Lens

Impact of the Slave Trade: Through a Ghanaian Lens

This video explores the impact of the Atlantic slave trade on Ghana, showing how a closer look at one region can reveal deeper truths about Africa’s past.

Key Ideas

As this video progresses, key ideas will be introduced to invoke discussion.

Think about the following questions as you watch the video


  1. What was life like around Cape Coast before the Atlantic slave trade began?
  2. What does structure of Cape Coast Castle reveal about the slave trade?
  3. What were some of the economic impacts of the slave trade on the coastal region?
  4. How did the slave trade change how people lived in West Africa?
  5. How did visiting Cape Coast Castle affect Ato Ashun personally?