How USA Ended White Slavery in North Africa

Did you know that America once fought to end the brutal enslavement of white Christians in Arab North Africa? In this eye-opening video, we delve into the untold story of the Barbary Wars, where the United States and European powers took a stand against the Barbary pirates who enslaved millions across the Mediterranean and beyond. Discover the shocking realities of this forgotten history, the daring missions to free captives, and how these events shaped America’s early foreign policy.

Join us as we uncover:
• The origins of white slavery in Arab North Africa
• The harrowing lives of those enslaved
• The role of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps in the fight against the Barbary States
• The long-lasting impact on global anti-slavery efforts

00:00:00 - Introduction to the Barbary Wars
00:01:02 - Piracy and Power in the Mediterranean
00:03:06 - A Long Struggle
00:04:09 - The Vulnerability of a Young Nation
00:06:12 - The Founding of the U.S. Navy
00:07:27 - The U.S. Response and Early Conflicts
00:08:39 - Key Events and Battles
00:10:34 - The Aftermath and Legacy

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