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How did enslaved Africans try to cope with life in the Americas?
Sought refuge in their families, religion and music
How did the African slaves adapt to life in the Americas?
They blended their languages, cultures, and religions to create something new.
What was life like for enslaved africans in North America?
Nearly 20% of the People on Board has died. Slaves were treated harshly, slave owners whipped and beats the slaves.
When did slavery begin in America?
The first Africans brought to Colonial America on English occupied territory came ashore at Point Comfort, today's Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia. They were later transported to plantations including Jamestown. The White Lion, an English ship flying a Dutch Flag brought the first Africans to Virginia in August of 1619. The fist enslaved Africans were considered indentured servants but in 1661 the Virginia House of Burgess declared Africans to be slaves for life.
What was life like for enslaved African Americans?
Life was mostly very bad for enslaved African Americans. They worked from sun up to sun down. Many were beaten daily with whips and the women were raped.
