Colonial Economies and Social Structures

This chapter explores the diverse economic systems of the Southern and Northern colonies during the colonial era, focusing on the stark differences in the use of slavery and indentured servitude. It examines how the plantation economy of the South relied heavily on enslaved labor, while the North's smaller farms employed enslaved individuals in domestic roles. Furthermore, the chapter highlights the impact of regional distinctions on societal structures and political dynamics, including the influence of religion and significant events like Bacon's Rebellion and King Philip's War.