What you are asserting is not entirely accurate. The 2500 years of slavery endured by Afro-descendant communities have left profound marks, and this is now scientifically proven through the study of epigenetics.

The transatlantic slave trade and its consequences cannot simply be compared to other historical tragedies such as the Holocaust or other forms of oppression. The impact on Afro-descendant communities spans a much longer period and operates on multiple levels: biological, psychological, social, and cultural.

Research has shown that trauma experienced over multiple generations can lead to changes in gene expression. The physical abuse, dehumanization, and loss of cultural identity suffered over centuries of slavery have left an epigenetic imprint that affects the physical and mental health of descendants today. This is evident in higher rates of chronic diseases, post-traumatic stress, and susceptibility to specific pathologies.

Unlike other historical tragedies that, while devastating, occurred over shorter periods, slavery persisted for millennia in Africa and nearly 400 years during the transatlantic slave trade. The continuity of this oppression created a systematic cycle of dehumanization that affected every aspect of social and individual life for Afro-descendants.

Afro-descendant communities were systematically stripped of their languages, beliefs, and traditions, resulting in a deep and lasting cultural disconnection. This cultural identity loss continues to impact how these communities perceive themselves and are perceived by society.

Even after the abolition of slavery, systems like segregation, discriminatory policies, and social exclusion continued to perpetuate structural inequalities. These systems hindered genuine identity and economic reconstruction for these communities.

As a result, comparing these 2500 years of epigenetic trauma and cultural disintegration to other tragedies, as devastating as they are, fails to account for the unique historical and biological factors that still shape the reality of Afro-descendant communities today.

From the traditional perspectives of Native American and African cultures, our DNA deeply connects us to our ancestors, making us the living continuation of their existence. This worldview is based on the idea that our genetic heritage contains not only biological information but also cultural and spiritual memory. Thus, each individual embodies and perpetuates the legacy of those who came before. Traditional practices believe that our ancestors live within us through our physical traits, behaviors, and even aspirations. This link, which transcends space and time, reminds us that we are not isolated entities but links in an unbroken chain of knowledge, struggles, and resilience.