The Life of Olaudah Equiano

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how was it like on the ship for the slave life

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On the ship, the slaves were forced to remain below deck. It was unbearably hot and filled with putrid smells. Many of the slaves sickened and died. Those who lived were treated like animals, given little to drink, even less to eat, and had no fresh air.

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The Life of Olaudah Equiano