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How did the slave trade damage some african states but help others

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They raided towns to capture unwilling Africans. Some Africans captured in wars were sold to European traders by other Africans. The biggest impact the Trans- Atlantic slave trade had on West Africa was a decrease in their population.

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They raided towns to capture unwilling Africans. Some Africans captured in wars were sold to European traders by other Africans. The biggest impact the Trans- Atlantic slave trade had on West Africa was a decrease in their population. Hope this helps you
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