
Slavery in the Northern Colonies
Lectures in History
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Slavery in the 18th Century
In 1676, or restarted at the beginning of this period, you get less than 200 people who are enslaved. By the 18th century, you have 550 people enslaved. And by 1715, right around Cisley's life, you have 2,000 people. All of these people basically are serving the wealthiest families. They're concentrated in places like Boston around the educational centers.
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