Transatlantic Slavery and Abolition: Timeline

Explore the timeline in detail to discover new information about this complicated history.

This detailed timeline from 1470 to 2020 takes you on a journey through the history of transatlantic slavery, including the role that people in Plymouth played in both the trade and its abolition, and how this history is memorialised and remembered today.

Key Stages:: Key Stage 3,; Key Stage 4

Curriculum:: History

Topics:: Abolition of Slavery,; Transatlantic Slavery

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Transatlantic Slavery and Abolition

The first English ship that transported human cargo from Africa and across the Atlantic left from Plymouth. Students discover the causes, impact and legacy of the transatlantic slave trade.

Britain After 1945

How did Britain and Plymouth change after the end of World War II? Students will explore and debate themes around identity, community and social responsibility in relation to life in Plymouth since 1945.

The Spanish Armada

Enhance your student’s historical knowledge of the conflict between Church and State by exploring the legendary story of the Spanish Armada. Using original objects and archives connected to this fascinating and complex part of history.

Museum Gallery Archive

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Transatlantic Slavery and Abolition

Britain After 1945

The Spanish Armada