The Complex Dynamics of the Atlantic System in the Early Modern Period
Words: 935 1469The Atlantic Configuration, often denoted as the trilateral commerce, was an elaborate interconnection that shaped the trajectory of events for Europe, Africa, and the Americas from the 16th to the 19th century. This configuration transcended mere commodity exchange; it intertwined individuals, cultures, and economies through a ruthless and exploitative commerce. At its nucleus lay the transatlantic servitude, a somber epoch that coerced millions of Africans into the New World, redefining demographics and societies across continents. To fathom the Atlantic Configuration, […]
