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jan 1, 1760 - Atlantic Slave Trade

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As mercantilism grew, the slave trade reached its all-time peak. The need for cheap and free labor was important as it allowed for places like the colonies and Great Britain to profit heavily.

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jan 1, 1760
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~ 265 years ago

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