Landscapes of the Slave Trade in Senegal and The Gambia

James and Gorée Islands, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, serve as poignant cultural landscapes that interpret the transatlantic slave trade's impact on West Africa. These islands, though not among Africa's most significant slave ports, symbolize the cruelty and suffering inflicted during the 17th to 19th centuries. The study examines their role in the slave trade, highlighting the human imprint left by European colonial powers, including British and French fortifications, slave quarters, and administrative structures. It also explores the islands' significance as reminders of historical atrocities, drawing parallels between their past and present interpretations for tourists and local communities. The research approach involves a detailed analysis of architectural remnants, historical documents, and oral narratives to reconstruct the lived experiences of enslaved Africans and their captors.

Wikle, T. A., & Lightfoot, D. R. (2014). Landscapes of the Slave Trade in Senegal and The Gambia. Focus on Geography, 57(1), 14–24. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/foge.12025