James Island

James Island
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James Island and Related sites represent the first African-European trade route to the inland of Africa and the beginning and the conclusion of the West African slave trade. They are located along the Gambia River.

The designated area consists of 7 separate locations:
- James Island
- Six-Gun Battery
- Fort Bullen
- Ruins of San Domingo
- Remains of Portuguese Chapel
- CFAO Building
- Maurel Frères Building

Year Decision Comments
2003 Inscribed Reasons for inscription
1996DeferredBureau - want comparative study of early colonial trading settlements in West Africa

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