They were treated like the adults
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Slave children were often separated from their families, subjected to harsh working conditions, and received minimal education. They were typically treated as property rather than individuals deserving of care and protection. In addition, many slave children experienced physical and emotional abuse at the hands of their owners.
Children born to slave masters and their slaves were usually considered slaves themselves. They faced discrimination and were subject to the same harsh treatment as other slaves. In some cases, they were sold to other slave owners.
This form of slavery is called chattel slavery. In chattel slavery, individuals are treated as property that can be bought, sold, or inherited. Children born to slave women also become slaves, inheriting the same status from their mothers.
A chattel slave is a person who is treated as property and bought and sold as if they were an object or commodity. Chattel slavery is a system where individuals are considered personal property with no rights or freedoms.
Yes, in many cases slave owners treated the children they had with their enslaved people differently compared to other slaves, sometimes offering them more privileges or education. However, they still faced discrimination and limited opportunities due to their mixed-race heritage and status as enslaved individuals.
Dehumanization or commodification.