New research has uncovered that enslaved Africans were branded with a mark featuring the British Crown emblem, highlighting the monarchy's historical ties to slavery. This study is part of a comprehensive project documenting British involvement in the slave trade from the 16th to the 19th centuries, detailing the financial contributions of various individuals and institutions.
The Register of British Slave Traders lists 13,000 individuals and institutions linked to the slave trade, emphasizing the extensive financial support for this practice. The findings contribute to ongoing discussions about reparations and historical accountability in the context of slavery.