This article uncovers the challenges of naming enslaved individuals in Senegal’s history, indicating the roles of stigma and anonymity in the context of emancipation.
Key Points
To explore the implications of naming enslaved individuals in historical records in colonial Senegal.
Analyzed the Registers of Liberation in the context of colonial Senegal.
Discussed the ethical dimensions of digital historical research related to slavery and emancipation.
Addressed the stigma surrounding enslaved ancestry in formerly enslaved populations.
Identified the complexities in naming enslaved individuals due to societal stigma.
Suggested ways to ethically handle the anonymity of formerly enslaved populations in research.
Highlighted the importance of maintaining historical integrity while considering descendants' perspectives.