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slavery

[sley-vuh-ree, sleyv-ree] / ˈsleɪ və ri, ˈsleɪv ri /


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In 2024, the BBC identified 35 men who worked for TN Trawlers and were later identified by the Home Office as victims of modern slavery.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

He has also claimed he rescued over 45,000 women and children from slavery around the world, like something from a high-stakes action movie.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

TN Trawlers had denied any allegation of modern slavery or human trafficking and said its workers were well-treated and well-paid.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Boon accused the gangs of keeping local populations in a state of "modern-day slavery" and said strong political will would be required to dislodge them.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

These five lives help show us an important part of the great tragedy and complexity of American slavery.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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