Island of Sand

Description

The new exhibition at Laténium delves into the colonial era of slavery in the 18th century and tells a harrowing story of abandonment and survival in the Indian Ocean. Against hunger, thirst, and the destructive power of tropical hurricanes, will to live, solidarity, and technological innovation countered the dehumanization of the slave system. "Island of Sand" shows how archaeology gives a voice back to the victims of the slave trade – where historical reports remain silent.

Highlights

• New exhibition at Laténium
• Focuses on the colonial era of slavery
• Archaeology gives victims a voice

General Information

The "Island of Sand" exhibition at Laténium sheds light on the harrowing history of slavery in the 18th century in the Indian Ocean. It demonstrates how will to live and solidarity countered the challenges of the slave system and gives victims a voice through archaeological finds.

Location

Espace Paul-Vouga, 2068 Hauterive NE, Switzerland

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