Slavery exists in many different forms around the world. Many people can argue that slaves have been the backbone of the economy since the beginning of time. I will first discuss the treatment of slaves in ancient Rome. I will then compare this to their treatment today.
In ancient Rome, more specifically Athens and Sparta, slaves were very common. Slaves came from “barbarian” countries such as Thrace, The coastline of the black sea, Asia Minor, and the Levant. Some were war prisoners and others victims of professional kidnappers. For the most part their slaves were treated well. In a household a slav