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Dutch republic: Freedom’s legacy marred by Atlantic slave trade
Delving into the paradoxes of the Dutch Republic's legacy, this article navigates the historical intricacies of its stance on slavery.
Delving into the paradoxes of the Dutch Republic's legacy, this article navigates the historical intricacies of its stance on slavery. While heralded for its early strides in religious and personal freedoms, the Dutch Republic's involvement in the Atlantic slave trade unveils a moral quagmire. Drawing from a recent conference's insights, it prompts reflection on modern endeavors for ethical progress, revealing the enduring struggle between altruism and self-interest in shaping societal norms and policies.
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