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New York had slaves primarily due to its role in the colonial economy, which relied on labor-intensive agriculture, trade, and various industries. Enslaved Africans were brought to the colony to work on farms, in households, and in emerging industries, contributing significantly to the economic development of New York. Additionally, the slave trade was a profitable venture for many New Yorkers, and laws supported the institution of slavery, which persisted even after the American Revolution. By the 19th century, however, abolitionist sentiments grew, leading to gradual emancipation in the state.

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