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Coolies: How Britain Re-Invented Slavery

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Season 6Episode 19Aired 2002-04-29
Coolies: How Britain Re-Invented Slavery

Coolies: How Britain Re-Invented Slavery

The slave trade was officially abolished throughout British Empire in 1807. This documentary reveals Britain's darkest secrets: a form of slavery continued well into 20th century - story of Indian indentured labor.