Question

Compare and contrast the experience of slaves on tobacco plantations in the early 17th century Chesapeake region with that of slaves on 19th century cotton plantations in the Deep South. What forces transformed the institution of slavery from the early 17th century to the 19th century?

Answer 1

In general, slavery in the deep South was more brutal and inhumane than slavery in the Chespeake region, and the crops being harvested were more lucrative for the farmers. During this time period slavery was divided many into the South, which cause divisions with the North leading up to the Civil War.