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The '''slave trade''' began in 1455 in [[Africa]]. The [[Pope]] gave justification to enslave non-[[Christians]] in a [[papal bull]]. It became an important part of Africa's economy. It did not come to an end until 1800-1865 with the work of Christians; [[William Wilberforce]] and [[John Wesley]]. The [[United States]] passed the [[13th Amendment]] in response to it.
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Buying and selling of '''[[slaves]]''' was common in the ancient world, especialy within the [[Roman Empire]], but declined during the early [[Middle Ages]].
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The '''slave trade''' recommenced in 1455 in [[Africa]]. The [[Pope]] gave justification to enslave non-[[Christians]] in a [[papal bull]]. It became an important part of Africa's economy. It did not come to an end until 1800-1865 with the work of Christians; [[William Wilberforce]] and [[John Wesley]]. The [[United States]] passed the [[13th Amendment]] in response to it.
    
[[World History Lecture Eight]] can be used for more information.
 
[[World History Lecture Eight]] can be used for more information.
    
[[Category:History]]
 
[[Category:History]]
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