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The only thing i know is that the crew members force feeded them and sometimes broke the slaves' teeth in the process

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Why were slaves sent around to round up citizen?

Slaves were used to round up citizens as a means of control and coercion during times of rebellion or unrest. By using slaves who were loyal to the rulers, authorities could ensure compliance from citizens through fear and intimidation. Additionally, the use of slaves in this manner diminished the risk of rebellion or disobedience.


How much were black slaves paid?

Slaves were not paid. They were given room and board, but they lived in shacks and were only given cheap food to eat.


Did slaves in the south get paid?

no, that is why they were slaves, they worked for free and barely got enough to eat their lives were not worth anything to the people who :owned them" It is the most shameful stain on American history.


What are some secret codes used during the underground railroad?

The simplest use of codes on the UGRR (underground railroad) was the use of railroad terms while speaking of runaway slaves. For example, the word, "conductors" reffered to people who lead slaves to safety. Safe places and homes where fugitives could stay and eat were know as "stations." The owners of these homes were known as "station masters." The escaping slaves on the UGRR were known as passengers, baggage, or parcels, like on a real train. Grown slaves were known as large parcels, and children were known as small parcels. America's first railroads were introduced around the 1830's, and this is when these terms were introduced. The "underground" part was added due to the secrecy of the work. Songs were also used as secret codes on the UGRR. These songs were sung among slaves as a way of communication and siganling to eachother. Different songs ment different things. The song, "Follow the Drinking Gourd," reffered to a cluster of stars that helped slaves point out and follow the North Star. Conductors had "all-clear" and other types of songs to signal to their passengers. People listening in to these songs would not know the meaning behind them. People used lanterns, and whistles to signal to slaves as well.


What did a lantern tell the slave?

The lantern told the slave that it could only light the way to freedom if the slave had the courage to follow its guidance and make the difficult journey towards liberation. It urged the slave to trust in its light and take the first steps towards a better future.