1. Slavery Archer 2013-2014

2. Slaves During the Colonial Period Political: Slaves had no rights or political voice. Economic: Labor of the Plantation system – Children would be sold at anytime with no consideration or consent of the parents Social: Slaves were viewed as outsiders to the American identity. – They were viewed as property. Fugitive Slave Act: Declared that all runaway slaves were, upon capture, to be returned to their masters. – Bloodhound Law

3. Free Blacks during the colonial period Political- no political voice, limited/restricted rights Economics- Low wage earners Social- Lowest social class, Limited access to education, Socially isolated.

4. Transatlantic Slave Trade Started in the British West Indies to provide a labor force for the sugar plantations. The Triangle Trade developed between the Colonies, England, and West Indies and slaves were traded in the colonies for the other goods. Spread of slavery was cause for the demand of rice, indigo, tobacco, and cotton. Plantation owners needed more slaves to produce more goods.

5. The Middle Passage Slaves were subject to overcrowding and imprisonment on the ships, were usually subject to cruel treatment and harsh conditions, and many faced starvation and disease on their way to America.

6. Transatlantic Triangle trade America sent tobacco, indigo, rice, rum, and grain to Europe. Europe would send cloth, iron, tools, and weapons to Africa. Africa would sent slaves and gold back to America.

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8. Plantation System Owner: owned land used for farming cash crops – Profits would go to the plantation owner. – Cash Crop: A crop grown for sale or profit. Slave Driver: In charge of managing slaves. – Usually was a slave Slave: A person used for hard labor and property.