Can Europeans, and European women in particular, become objects of trade? The idea seems laughable, since the term ‘slave trade’ almost always brings Africans to mind. Yet there was a time not so long ago when Europe exported white slaves on a large scale to African These slaves were taken during hit-and-run raids by either Crimean Tatar horsemen or North African corsairs. A raiding party would typically descend on an isolated village and carry away its inhabitants—or rather those who were commercially useful, particularly young women and young boys. There was a time farther back when Europeans were accomplices in this trade and when it provided most of their foreign exchange. This was during the Dark Ages and the early Middle Ages, specifically the 8th to 12th centuries. The Slave Market , painting (c. 1884) by Jean-Léon Gérôme 5th CENTURY The slave trade was a godsend for the elites of France, Germany, and Italy. With the collapse of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century, the
Renowned model and actress Elizabeth Hurley , aged 58, recently took on a daring role in an upcoming erotic thriller film titled “Strictly Confidential.” In this steamy movie, directed by none other than her son, Damian Hurley, Elizabeth engages in a same-s=x love scene with actress Pear Chiravara, portraying a character named Lily. The enthralling trailer for the film teases viewers with intense moments as Elizabeth and Pear share passionate embraces and intimate interactions. Damian, at only 21 years old, showcases his talent as both director and filmmaker by capturing these provocative scenes that are sure to captivate audiences. The plot of “Strictly Confidential” revolves around Mia, played by CBBC star Georgia Lock, who grapples with the tragic suicide of her close friend Rebecca. Mia finds herself drawn into a web of secrets and mysteries when she visits Rebecca's family in the Caribbean for a memorial gathering. As she delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding Rebec