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Quel était le principal port français impliqué dans la traite négrière au XVIIIe siècle ?What was the main French port involved in the Atlantic slave trade in the 18th century?

Answer

NantesNantes

Explanation

In the 18th century, Nantes was France’s leading slave-trading port. Today the city is home to the Memorial to the Abolition of Slavery.

Source: Château des ducs de Bretagne – Musée d’histoire de Nantes ; Mémorial de l’abolition de l’esclavage (Nantes)Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

  1. MarseilleMarseille
  2. ToulonToulon
  3. CalaisCalais
  4. NantesNantes (Correct answer)

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