To Be a Slave

why did some enslave African Americans try to escape from their owners!

why was this such a dangerous act

Asked by helpmeplease on 11 Sep 04:56

Last updated by anonymous on 09 Oct 03:54

2 Answers

Answered by MHood2 on 19 Sep 23:26

Slaves were seen as property. When a slave ran away it was seen as 'stealing', even if the slave were the one doing the 'stealing'. Many slaves ran away because their family had been taken from them, their 'masters' were cruel, and often because they were tired of being treated as if they were not human and worthy of respect.

Answered by anonymous on 09 Oct 03:54

Because they couldnt put up with the abuse! Duh. If you were a slave, would you put up with the abuse of working hard and being fed tablescraps?