1. Slavery in the Chesapeake Region
The intermediary role that creoles played in the translation of one culture to another is crucial to the growth of the African slave trade in the Chesapeake. The early 17th century, society with slaves, allowed slaves some opportunity to lead a decent life. ... Some slave owners were harsher while others allowed their slaves to be financially independent. ... During this time, due to a labor shortage, the slave trade intensified as Europeans moved deeper and deeper into Africa. ... Masters had absolute sovereignty over slaves, stripping slaves of their history and identity. ...
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