Historical Event
Overland Coffles to Natchez and New Orleans
Between 1830 and the Civil War, overland coffles, or groups of enslaved people chained together, were marched from the Upper South to the Deep South, notably to markets in Natchez and New Orleans. This brutal journey often originated from locations like the Franklin and Armfield Office in Alexandria, Virginia, where enslaved individuals were sold, reflecting a key part of the domestic slave trade in the United States.
Why This Matters
The overland coffles symbolize the forced migration that echoed the earlier Transatlantic Slave Trade, underscoring the enduring connection between the struggles of African Americans and their African ancestors. By understanding this historical context, students can better appreciate the implications of slavery on both sides of the Atlantic and foster a stronger sense of diaspora solidarity.
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