1664
Colonial Slavery Laws in Multiple Colonies
In 1664, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, and Virginia passed laws legalizing life-long servitude [2]. These laws collectively expanded the legal framework of slavery across both northern and southern colonies [2]. This widespread legislative action entrenched racial slavery …
New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, US
Slavery & emancipation
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In 1664, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, and Virginia passed laws legalizing life-long servitude [2]. These laws collectively expanded the legal framework of slavery across both northern and southern colonies [2]. This widespread legislative action entrenched racial slavery as a colonial institution.