Chattel Slavery (jan 1, 1661 – dec 1, 1865)
Description:
The Chattel Slavery of African peoples and their descendents begins and endures until 1865 when it is banned by the 13th amendment. Before the Barbados slave code in 1661, English law forbid Chattel Slavery and African Slaves were generally treated like indentured servants who could earn freedom.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1661
dec 1, 1865
~ 205 years