Describe the transatlantic slave trade. Explain the reasons for the trade, the conditions slaves endured, and three main destinations in the Americas for African slaves.

The transatlantic slave trade was really a triangle. Here's a map to show the approximate routes. The trade was brought about to benefit the economy of Caribbean nations and Europe. The slaves were forced into awful conditions; cramped boats and harsh climates with which to toil away picking cotton or whatnot.