Gang Labor System (jan 1, 1820 – jan 1, 1865)
Description:
The idea of a gang system is that enslaved workers would work all day (traditionally, from sunrise to sunset) under the supervision of an overseer. Breaks for lunch and dinner were part of the system. This is opposed to the task system, under which the worker is released when his assigned task for the day is completed.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1820
jan 1, 1865
~ 45 years