Using pages 182-185,slavery in the north
During the colonial era, slavery was present in all of the American colonies, including the North. However, the number of slaves in the region was significantly lower than in the South, and the type of slavery was different. In the North, slavery was mainly concentrated in urban areas, and slaves were used for domestic and skilled labor.
Slavery was legal in all northern colonies until the late 18th century, with the last state to abolish slavery being New Jersey in 1865, after the Civil War. However, even after slavery became illegal, segregation and discrimination against Black people persisted in the North.
The daily life of northern slaves varied widely depending on the location, occupation, and owner. Some slaves lived in large houses and had better living conditions than other poor white people, while others were brutally mistreated and forced to work long hours in harsh conditions. Domestic slaves had more freedom of movement and were sometimes allowed to work for wages or learn a trade, while many skilled slaves, such as blacksmiths or carpenters, could earn some money and had more autonomy.
One significant aspect of slavery in the North was the presence of abolitionist movements that fought for the abolition of slavery and for equal rights for Black people. Many abolitionists were white and supported the movement for moral and religious reasons, while others were former slaves who became free and spoke out against slavery. The Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes, safe houses, and people who helped escaped slaves reach freedom in the North or Canada, was active in the North as well.
In conclusion, although slavery was present in the North, it was less common and different from the slavery system in the South. The fight against slavery and for equal rights for Black people started early in the North, and northern abolitionist movements played a significant role in the emancipation of slaves. However, discrimination and segregation against Black people persisted for a long time in the region.