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These European Towns Built on the Profits of Human Bondage

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8. Copenhagen, Denmark

8. Copenhagen, Denmark
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Copenhagen prospered during the height of the Danish slave trade, with merchants transporting enslaved Africans to Caribbean colonies such as the Danish West Indies. The profits from this trade are reflected in the city’s stately colonial-era buildings and warehouses. Today, Copenhagen is acknowledging its involvement, with new exhibitions and public apologies from city officials aiming to shed light on this troubling chapter. Discover more at The Local Denmark.

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