SA #3
Reading the article about Bernard Lynch and his role in the slave trade in St. Louis really opened my eyes. It dove deep into how he used to auction off slaves right outside the courthouse every week, which is both shocking and heartbreaking. The article did a great job of painting a vivid picture of those times, and the inclusion of pictures helped make the historical facts hit harder and feel more real.
For me, seeing pictures alongside the text always makes things clearer and more impactful. It’s like the difference between hearing a story and being right there while it’s happening. This approach really made the brutality of the slave trade sink in.
This was actually my first time learning about the slave trade in detail, which is pretty surprising. The article not only talked about Lynch but also gave a lot of background on slavery in St. Louis, which seems like something that everyone, especially those from the area, should know more about.
Anyone who wants to learn more about Bernard Lynch or the slave trade in general would find this article enlightening. It really goes to show how much of history is still tucked away, waiting to be uncovered. It makes me want to keep digging and learning more about the past, especially about topics as significant as this one.
Overall, the article was a tough read because of the subject matter, but it was definitely worth it. It’s made me more curious about history and more aware of how the past shapes our present. It’s a reminder that we’ve got to learn from history to understand and improve our future.