Slavery
15 articles tagged with "Slavery"
The American Civil War: The Evolution of Abraham Lincoln's Aims
Explore how Abraham Lincoln's goals evolved from preserving Union to ending slavery during the Civil War, culminating in the Emancipation Proclamation and Thirteenth Amendment.
The American Civil War: A Clash of Democratic Ideals and Slavery
Explore the American Civil War's conflict over democracy and slavery through its key figures, battles, and economic & cultural roots.
The Secession Crisis: The Formation of the Confederacy
Explore the pivotal 1860-1861 events leading to Southern secession and the birth of the Confederacy, highlighting Lincoln's role.
The Rise of Abolitionism and the Struggle Over Slavery in Antebellum America
Explore the rise of American abolitionism in antebellum America through key events, figures, and debates over slavery's extension into new territories.
The Slavery Question and Territorial Expansion in Antebellum America
Explore how territorial expansion reshaped debates over slavery, leading to constitutional crises and the rise of anti-slavery movements in mid-19th century America.
The Evolution of Slavery into a Political Issue in Early 19th Century America
Explore how slavery became a central political issue in early 19th century America through sectionalism, economic changes, and shifting national authority.
Expansion and Slavery in Early American History
Explore early American history from 1789 to mid-19th century, focusing on territorial expansion, economic interests, and the contentious issue of slavery.
The Persistence and End of Bond Labour in the Americas
Explore how bond labor persisted until 1867 in parts of America, deeply impacting agriculture, economics, and social dynamics.
The Moral Awakening Against Slavery in Europe
Explore Europe's moral awakening against slavery from indifference to condemnation through humanitarian thought and legislative change.
The Emergence of Transatlantic Slave Trade: Early Portuguese Involvement
Explore early Portuguese role in initiating brutal transatlantic slave trade, impacting Africa, Europe, and the Americas from mid-15th century.
Transformation of Early Russian Governance and Society
Explore early medieval Russia's transition from tribal confederations to a feudal-like society through key grants, forming territorial nobility and expanding peasant rights.
Slavery in Ancient Rome
Explore the integral role of slavery in Ancient Rome's social, economic, and legal frameworks from its inception to decline.
Wealth Inequality and Roman Society
Explore wealth disparity in ancient Rome, where military conquests enriched elites while leaving masses impoverished, shaping societal dynamics for centuries.
Slavery in Ancient Greece: A Social Institution
Explore how slavery was an integral part of ancient Greek society, illustrating broader historical trends where human bondage was accepted across cultures.
The Institution of Slavery in Ancient Babylonia
Explore ancient Babylonia's social, economic systems centered around slavery, from conquest to debt bondage, regulated by Hammurabi’s laws.