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Dungeon for male slaves Contributor: Ghana Museums and Monuments

Dungeon for male slaves
Male captives were incarcerated in this dungeon for periods ranging from two to twelve weeks.

Male captives were incarcerated in this dungeon for periods ranging from two to twelve weeks, depending on circumstances such as time of arrival at the castle, availability of a ship, number of “cargo” available, and sea-fairing conditions.

Origin:
Accra, Ghana
Item type:
Fort

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