In this video, Alan Lester, Professor of Historical Geography at Sussex University, tackles common questions about the essential topic of Britain’s role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade and its enduring legacy. Using data from two key resources—Slave Voyages and the UCL Legacies of British Slave Ownership project—Professor Lester addresses common objections from some audiences. He offers a historical comparison between the trans-Atlantic and Islamic slave systems, challenges the idea of “moving on” from the past, and sheds light on the deep-rooted inequalities that still exist due to Britain’s involvement in slavery.Made by After the Flood Documentaries : @atfdocumentary