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Most were prisoners of war in one of the many ongoing tribal conflicts, sold to the slave traders to get them off of the chief's hands and make a profit from them, while also keeping them from returning to their own tribe. A few were hunted and captured like large game animals.
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∙ 13y agoThey used to dig tunnels a long time ago to escape (i think). But that depends on when you mean. If you mean modern times they would just walk out of the door or quit.
Completely Wrong underground railroad was just houses no actual underground place Slaves used the underground railroad which was houses of ether white abolitionists or free blacks.Those people helped them get safe.
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∙ 13y agoYes, slaves did try to escape in groups normally led by someone who contributed to the Underground Railroad. Groups usually held 3-10 people. Slaves kept groups low so they wont get caught. Groups usually sang songs.
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∙ 14y agoThere continues to be slaves and slavery in the world and has been since before history was recorded.
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∙ 14y agothey didn't work as hard
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How did Achilles try to escape going to Troy?
Achilles never tried to escape going to Troy, quite the contrary. He wanted to go to Troy.
Did Frederick Douglass try to escape slavery?
The underground railroad, NOT A FLYING PIG!
Why did Louis the 16Th try to escape France?
He became convinced that his life and that of his family was in danger.
How can you find local Bakugan battle groups?
Try asking your friends if they play the game, or know about any local groups.
Why did many southerners cities and states pass laws to limit the rights of free slaves?
White southerners feared former slaves would try to encourage slave rebellions.
How many whippings do slaves get if they try to escape?
if slaves try to escape in any way they received at least over 25-75 whippings
What country did most slaves try to escape to?
Canada
How and when did slaves travel?
they try to make a decision for how to escape and how could escape to be safe to travel to the underground railroad
Why did slaves try to escape from their owners?
Slaves tried to escape from their owners to seek freedom, improve their living conditions, reunite with family, and avoid the harsh treatment and abuse often experienced under slavery. By escaping, they hoped to establish a better life for themselves.
Why did slaves have revolts?
To scare/kill their masters and try to escape. Usually they did to kill and run away.
How did Harriet Tubman get the slaves away from slavery?
she would do a bird call thing and it would let the slaves know they would try to escape
Why did slaves try to escape in the springtime?
Because in the winter they would freeze, an in the summer it would be too hot.
Who did not try to help slaves escape?
Thier Master of Course But Many People wWanted slaves Free Though More People Wanted Them Not there Was Ther Civil War Then Ab Lincoln Signed a Law That All Slaves Were free ;] Good luck
What was a good reason for slaves to try to escape in the winter?
It's harder for Bloodhounds to track in cold weather .The warmer weather makes scents " bloom" .
Why did slaves not try to escape?
I believe if they go caught they would get killed or severely injured. I do not think they would want to get killed or injured.I hope I helped.
Did any slaves try to escape during the slave trade?
Yes, Slaves had always tried to run upon arrival. wanting to be free was of importance so consequences of beatings were better than being a slave.
Why was the underground railroad fast?
the underground railroad is not actually a railroad, but a escape system back in the 1800's to help slaves escape. it was not fast, and it could sometimes take the slaves months to get to the north. they were after all, hiding in houses and traveling at night. (so don't try to see if you can get a ticket on the underground railroad!)
