Why did britain get involved in the slave trade

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17 April, 07:34

Why did britain get involved in the slave trade

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Clara Mccormick · Answer 1

British interests on the West Coast of Africa and to supply slaves to the American colonies. The African companies were granted a monopoly to trade in slaves.

Holly Beltran · Answer 2

Answer:From 1660, the British Crown passed various acts and granted charters to enable companies to settle, administer and exploit British interests on the West Coast of Africa and to supply slaves to the American colonies. The African companies were granted a monopoly to trade in slaves.