, they turned to African slaves as a source of labor. The transatlantic slave trade brought millions of enslaved Africans to the Caribbean to work on plantations, mines, and other industries. This shift in labor practices had devastating consequences for the indigenous population, as many were either killed, enslaved, or displaced from their lands. The use of African slaves also caused widespread suffering and exploitation, as they were subjected to brutal living and working conditions. This dark period in Caribbean history has had lasting impacts on the region, including shaping its cultural and social identity.
