slavery 1607-1775
...onstructed very differently from the northern colonies. The northern colonies economy was based mostly on industry and had no need for slaves. Farming in the south consisted of mostly cotton and sugar cane, which the slaves were primarily used for. Since cotton and sugar were two items in heavy demand as exports, slaves became very profitable. They helped the economy by producing these items faster and more efficiently. During the 1600’s, the slave trade greatly increased and it became a very commercial and competitive operation for the southern colonies. Slavery also grew during this time period due to social factors. They became a source of competition between the colonies. The slaves were really good for everyone and grew drastically during this time period politically, socially and economically. Economically because the helped make money for the owne...