Tooth Chemistry Reveals Origins of 152 Africans Rescued From Slave Ships
A new study has traced the childhood origins of 152 Africans who were rescued from illegal slave ships nearly 200 years ago. The individuals had been taken to the island of Saint Helena after their rescue. Researchers combined tooth chemistry analysis, ancient DNA, and historical records to piece together their backgrounds. The findings show the survivors came from various parts of Central Africa, many having been forced to travel great distances before reaching the coast. The study aims to restore the identities of people whose personal histories were largely erased by the transatlantic slave trade.
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