Olaudah Equiano

Title: Olaudah Equiano
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Olaudah Equiano

Erin Mercer History of Civilization 102-41 Dr. Daniel C. Vogt February 12, 2001 Equiano’s Boyhood in Africa Olaudah Equiano’s early childhood experiences took place mainly in Africa before he was sold into slavery. He lived in the fertile province of Ebo, within the Kingdom of Benin. He grew up far from the capital of Benin and was mainly familiar with the government order, customs, economy, and family life of his and neighboring provinces. The chiefs and …showed first 75 words of 755 total…

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…showed last 75 words of 755 total…ensued afterwards and offerings were made. Circumcision and other practices of the Jews were done as well. Children were named for special occasions or events surrounding the birth, as was the case with Olaudah, meaning fortunate and well spoken. Swearing was not something that the tribe did in any respect. Everything was respected and was though of in a grateful manner. Magicians practiced bleeding and cupping when serving as physicians. Poison was also forbidden. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**

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