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What were some of the proslaverly arguments?
Proslavery arguments were based on the notion that slavery was a necessary part of the economy and a "positive good" for slaves. Those who supported slavery argued that it was a beneficial institution providing economic stability and protection for the slaves. Some of the most common proslavery arguments included: Slavery was beneficial to the slaves providing them with a secure and stable life protection and basic needs like food clothing and shelter. Slavery provided economic stability for the slave-owning class. Slavery was a necessary evil for the continuation of the Southern economy. Slavery was a natural way of life and the slaves were better off in servitude than in a free society. Slavery was a form of punishment for people who had done wrong in the past. Slavery was a form of "divine mandate" from God.Ultimately proslavery arguments were attempts to justify the institution of slavery and to refute any moral or ethical objections to it.
What country did slavery happen?
Slavery has been a human condition since ancient times (even the bible mentions slaves), it has therefore happened in most countries. Also, contrary to popular opinion slavery was not just practised on African people. The Roman empire had slaves taken form all races.
Where do 'slaves' come from?
Slaves don't come from one certain place. Slaves have come from all over the world. The most common idea of slaves are African slaves. Naturally, these slaves came from Africa. But Africans aren't the only people who have been used as slaves. The Israelites were used as slaves in Ancient Egypt. Throughout the Middle Ages, peasants in Kingdoms like Britain were treated as slaves. The Irish were used as slaves under King James II. During the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, many European Christians were used as slaves in northern Africa. As you can see, slaves come from all races, religions and colors. There are other forms of slavery widely used today such as: Economic Slavery and Sex Slavery. Economic Slavery is when a person pledges their labor or services as repayment for a loan or other debt. This may be voluntary, or involuntary. Many countries including the United States have a great portion of their population under this form of slavery. Many people around the world are known as Debt slaves, who work to pay off debt whether their own, or their country's. Sex Slavery is the slavery of unwilling people for sexual exploitation. Countries like Thailand, China, Nigeria, Albania, Bulgaria, Belarus, Moldova, and Ukraine are major sources of sex slavery. This form of slavery goes on around the world including the United States. Major corporations like Goldman Sachs have been invested and involved in sex trafficking around the world. The United Nations staff and peacekeepers have even been involved in human trafficking.
Is there slavery in the US today?
Yes in some ways it still is slavery going on now.
Did the US inventor create slavery?
No, the US did not invent slavery. Slavery has existed in some form as long as people have existed. Read the story of Moses and the Israelites in the bible- they were slaves of the Egyptians thousands of years ago. And the US did not exist thousands of years ago. The first slaves in the US were brought to Jamestown VA by a Dutch ship.
