Published in Feb 2017

Black slavery was, purely and simply, racial and economic exploitation

Black slavery was, purely and simply, racial and economic exploitation, that caused economic revolutions and entrenched disparities between Black & Whites. Economically poor, non industrialized nations of Europe, (like Spain, Portugal, Germany, England, etc.) commercialized human exploitation and suffering for the primary purpose of looting gold, silver and precious commodities in Africa and the New World.

Old forms of mercantilism were converted to new capitalism. Banking, currency, and marketing reforms were created. Africa became a warren for the commercial hunting of strong ebony bodies. Subsequently, skin color became a sign of degradation for its wearer and a sign of wealth for its owner.


By Mike G