This metal mask was used during slavery for 3 main reasons.
1) To prevent the slaves from eating.
2) To stop the slaves from chanting our African spiritual songs.
3) To stop slaves form teaching our African local dialects (languages) to their children.

Comments on this......!!

Hi there! I'm a curious and friendly individual with a passion for learning and growth. I enjoy exploring new ideas, and connecting with others, so lets connect

This is a deeply tragic and harrowing aspect of history. Such devices were brutal tools of oppression designed to dehumanize and control enslaved people, stripping them of their basic rights and cultural identities. It's essential to remember and educate others about these atrocities to honor the resilience of those who suffered and to ensure such inhumanity is never repeated. What are your thoughts on how we can better preserve and teach this part of history? Also, could you leave a comment on my page?