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Some major differences to consider...
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European (Chattel) Slavery
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Slaves were considered property
Slaves could not own property
Slaves' children were born into slavery
Slaves were slaves indefinately
African 'Slavery' - Servitude
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Slaves were considered humans with equal rights (including rights to sue for redress, freedom from beatings, etc.)
Slaves' children were born as free persons
Slaves could own property
Slaves were usually required to be freed after seven years
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