transatlantic

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Ghana was a major hub for the transatlantic slave trade when millions of people were captured and loaded on to ships, never to return home.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

“A deal is a deal, and the EU honors its commitments,” said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on X. “Together, we can ensure stable, predictable, balanced, and mutually beneficial transatlantic trade.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Media reports said he was also due to meet Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, amid a deepening rift in transatlantic ties over the Middle East war.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

He also viewed artefacts from the transatlantic slave trade and visited a conservation initiative.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“All right. I’d like to wave my hankie as we set sail. A transatlantic voyage to escape German invasion. It’s all so exciting!”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin