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Slave Trade South Africa

Slavery in South Africa, the imposition of enforced servitude by a powerful racist group toward disadvantaged humans of another race.

History of slaves and "white" slave masters - The arrival of the first slaves at the Cape. (Cape Town South Africa)

Runaway slave colonies & the origin - Runaway slaves.

Malay people "king of slaves" - Malay slaves the master craftsmen, disliked being controlled by slave masters.

Slave societies living in constant fear - A task force set up to track down runaway slaves.

The control and punishment of slaves - Slaves gambling, smoking opium and drinking brandy was punishable by law.

A failed bid by slaves to freedom - Slaves breakout and hold the boat crew hostage.

Emancipation of slaves - From slavery to freedom and a new culture is born.