Slavery
Far from being consigned to the past, get an expert view on slavery:
The unsustainable industry
For a while, it was at the heart of all global trade; then, slowly, a wave of public opinion and violent opposition challenged its very existence. William Hardy guides us through slavery's rise and fall.
Consequences
The consequences of slavery were mixed - even at each corner of the triangular trade. Nations and individuals shared riches and misery.
The slow abolition
Although history books offer a date for the abolition of slavery, a trade with such global implications couldn't be switched off quite so simply. James Walvin retraces the journey from slavery to freedom.
What’s in a name?
A legacy of the slave trade still exists in modern surnames. How do we trace the bloodlines?
North country; Southern seas
Slavery in Cumbria? Learn about the stories, impact and legacy of slavery in the north.
Tracking the trade
From the transatlantic slave trade - to northern England, discover the locations and stories associated with the region's slaving history in our interactive map.
A different time and place
How should we judge slave owners? Were they innocent or guilty? Miranda Fricker talks about blame and historic injustice.
Content last updated: 22/02/2006
