Children slaves who did something wrong would often face severe punishment such as beatings, confinement, or reduced food rations. They might also be sold off to another owner as a way of "disciplining" them.
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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.
Slaves were treated with kindness and respect as members of the family.
Slave owners treated their slaves as property rather than as human beings, subjecting them to harsh living conditions, physical abuse, and forced labor. They had complete control over all aspects of their slaves' lives and often used violence and fear to maintain power and control. Slave owners sought to dehumanize their slaves in order to justify their exploitation and mistreatment.
Slavery was based on the belief that certain groups of people were inferior and therefore could be owned and treated as property. Slaves were dehumanized to justify their exploitation and were seen as a means for economic gain and labor. The legal systems and societal norms at the time supported the idea that slaves were mere commodities to be bought, sold, and controlled by their owners.
Yes, owners typically provided slaves with housing, although the quality varied widely. Some slaves lived in basic cabins on plantations while others may have lived in barracks or shared quarters. Slave housing often lacked privacy and basic amenities.