7. Oak Alley Plantation (Louisiana)
Oak Alley Plantation is famed for its striking avenue of oaks, but this beauty was forged by the forced labor of enslaved people. The plantation’s sugar production cycles were brutally demanding, exposing workers to dangerous conditions and exhausting hours. Many lost their lives to injury, disease, and relentless exploitation. Discover more about Oak Alley’s origins and its enslaved workers at the official history page.
