Popular landmarks in the U.S. were once slave market sites.

75 Wall Street – New York City

The famous 75 Wall Street, a 42 luxury apartment tower, is sited on the New York Slave Market. The slave trade in New York started with 11 West African captives who were brought to New Amsterdam, renamed New York in 1626 by Dutch settlers. Beginning with 11 captives, the New York slave trade grew to become one of the major wheels of the trade for 150 years and 75 Wall Street is the most recognized place for the auctions.

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