Slavery In The 18th Century

The change of the most common form of forced labor from the seventeenth century to the eighteenth century from indentured servants to African slaves took place during the half-century (1680 to 1730) when more colonists were able to afford slaves. This was at the time that servants were in high demand and in low supply. While the supply for servants was decreasing, the supply for African slaves increased. At the same time of the increase supply of African slaves, there was also in increase in demand for labor on plantations, this was good for the planters who needed the increased labor force. Slaves, contrary to servants, were held indefinitely and produced more slaves, while servants were released after their term was completed and would need