Thoughts upon the African slave trade

A former sea‑captain turned clergyman offers a stark, first‑hand account of the Atlantic slave trade, recalling the years he spent on the West African coast as both captive and commander. His narrative blends vivid descriptions of the coastal markets, the harrowing conditions aboard the ships, and the psychological grip of profit‑driven commerce that once seemed inevitable.

Through candid confession, he confronts the moral abyss he once inhabited, illustrating how personal experience can awaken a conscience long dormant. The work weaves biblical reflection with urgent appeals for humanity, inviting listeners to hear a voice from the era who now seeks to expose the cruelty he helped sustain. It is both a historical testimony and a plea for empathy, shedding light on a dark chapter while urging a reconsideration of the values that once justified it.