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In 1501, the Spaniards ran out of indigenous populations in the Caribbean to enslave. Due to high mortality rates from diseases and harsh treatment, they turned to importing African slaves to meet the labor demands of their colonies.
Slaves ran away by taking advantage of opportunities when they were unsupervised, seeking help from sympathetic individuals or communities, utilizing underground networks like the Underground Railroad, and making use of their knowledge of local terrain and resources.
Individuals who chased runaway slaves were often motivated by financial rewards offered for capturing and returning escaped slaves. Additionally, societal beliefs and norms at the time may have fueled their actions, as slavery was widely accepted in many parts of the world. Some people also chased runaway slaves out of fear of rebellion or to uphold the existing racial hierarchy.
usually slaves didnt posses money. but depending on where they are from, or put into slavery they use local currency if any. like Persian slaves would have to use greek currency if enslaved and given to a greek.
African slaves escaped through methods like running away, seeking refuge in maroon communities, and participating in rebellions or uprisings. Some slaves also used the Underground Railroad or sought freedom through legal channels like purchasing their freedom.
Landowners preferred using slaves over indentured servants because slaves were seen as a lifelong and inheritable source of labor, while indentured servants could only work for a limited period of time. Slaves were also considered to be a more profitable and reliable workforce as they were seen as a long-term investment. Additionally, the racial hierarchy of the time often justified the use of slaves over indentured servants.