They were treated as the crew of any merchant ship of the time. It is likely, depending on the captain, that they were not treated well.
Pirate captains were usually a man with a ship who gathered a crew of men who volunteered in extchange for payment
very poorly
The four dramas used in "The Slave Ship" by Marcus Rediker are the drama of the enslaved, the drama of the sailors, the drama of the captains and investors, and the drama of the abolitionists and resistance. These dramas help to provide a multifaceted view of the transatlantic slave trade and its impact on various groups involved.
Personal survival -As the sea IS a harsh mistress, ship's captains are well aware of the dangers of the sea.
No, it was a pirate ship (or maybe an illegal privateer), which captured a slave ship. The cargo was then treated as captured treasure.
The crew of the ship slept below decks on a different part of the ship. Sometimes in areas on the deck that were covered.
Sir John Hawkins had the dubious honor of being the first British captain to dock a slave ship in the English colonies. The year was 1619 and the place was Jamestown, VA.
Captain Paul Watson, founder and president of The Sea Shepherd organization, heads the crew of the Steve Irwin.
A captain's assistant is commonly referred to as a first mate or second mate, depending on the hierarchy within the crew. They assist the captain in overseeing the ship's operations, navigation, and crew members.
The African men and women aboard the Slave Ship Robert revolted against the crew, resulting in a violent struggle. They tried to escape their captors and gain control of the ship to regain their freedom. Ultimately, the revolt was suppressed by the crew, leading to harsher treatment of the captives.
There were instances where harsh discipline, including shootings, occurred on ships in the 1800s. However, it was not a common practice and most captains did not resort to such extreme measures. There were laws and regulations governing the treatment of crew members, but enforcement could vary widely depending on the ship and its captain.