Which of the following areas received the largest number of slaves between 1451 and 1870?

A) the French Caribbean
B) the Danish Caribbean
C) the British Caribbean
D) Spanish America
E) the Middle East

Question

Which of the following areas received the largest number of slaves between 1451 and 1870?

A) the French Caribbean 
B) the Danish Caribbean 
C) the British Caribbean 
D) Spanish America 
E) the Middle East

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to historical records, the largest number of slaves were brought to the British Caribbean, specifically to British colonies such as Jamaica and Barbados. It is estimated that over 3 million enslaved people were transported to the British Caribbean between 1451 and 1870. While other areas such as the French Caribbean and Spanish America also received significant numbers of slaves, the British Caribbean had the largest population of enslaved people.

Which of the Following Areas Received the Largest Number of Slaves