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The Virginian History Of African Colonization by Philip Slaughter is a comprehensive historical account of the colonization of Africa by Virginians in the 19th century. The book explores the motivations behind the colonization movement, the challenges faced by the colonizers, and the impact of colonization on the African continent.Slaughter begins by tracing the origins of the colonization movement to the early 1800s, when a group of Virginians founded the American Colonization Society with the aim of establishing a colony for freed slaves in Africa. He then delves into the various expeditions that were undertaken by Virginians to establish colonies in Liberia and Sierra Leone, highlighting the struggles they faced in dealing with local tribes and navigating the political landscape of the region.The book also explores the impact of colonization on the African continent, including the introduction of Christianity, the establishment of trade networks, and the spread of Western education. Slaughter provides a nuanced analysis of the complex and often fraught relationship between the colonizers and the colonized, highlighting the ways in which both groups were shaped by the encounter.Overall, The Virginian History Of African Colonization is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Africa and the impact of colonialism on the continent. Slaughter's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a compelling read for scholars and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.