Slavery Connection - Lancashire

The slave trade was vital to Lancashire. Cotton from the area was in huge demand in West Africa and was traded for slaves. By 1770 one third of Greater Manchester textiles were sold to the African market.

Age of Consent

Chorley-based Reduced Ego Theatre Company's new play about enslavement 'with funny bits'.

The Slave Trade in Lancashire

Two hundred years on from the abolition of slavery - we explore Lancashire's link with slavery.

Sambo's Grave

There is a poignant reminder of the slave trade in Lancashire at Sunderland Point - Sambo's Grave.

The hidden children

Investigating modern day slavery, BBC News looks at the battle to help victims of child trafficking.

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