(CR8) Writing Slavery's History - Penningroth
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What was a key characteristic of the major books on slavery published in the 1970s?

  • They focused on first-person narratives of slaves.
  • They struggled to connect slavery to modern issues.
  • They analyzed slavery's impact on global economies.
  • They depicted slavery primarily within the antebellum South. (correct)

    • Why did some Americans in the 1830s refer to slavery as 'the peculiar institution'?

  • They saw it as a positive necessity for society. (correct)
  • They thought slavery was a moral failing.
  • They believed it was unique to the United States.
  • They viewed it as a temporary condition.

    • What major event in U.S. history is marked by the year 1863 in relation to slavery?

  • The end of slavery. (correct)
  • The founding of the abolitionist movement.
  • The establishment of the Underground Railroad.
  • The beginning of widespread slave revolts.

    • What role did Margaret Mitchell's 'Gone With the Wind' play in the perception of slavery?

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    What is one ongoing debate among historians regarding slavery?

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    Study Notes

    Slavery as a System

    • The text challenges the traditional view of slavery as confined to the antebellum South.
    • Historians now recognize slavery as a complex institution with a global reach.
    • The economic and political influence of slavery extended beyond the southern states.
    • The North's involvement in slavery was extensive through both economic ties and political policies leading up to the U.S. Civil War.

    Redefining Slavery

    • Historians are now incorporating a more nuanced perspective on the history of slavery, moving away from simply recognizing its abolition as a defining marker.
    • New research delves into the understanding of slavery as a system with its own socio-cultural norms and power dynamics.

    The Power of the Cotton Gin

    • The invention of the cotton gin significantly influenced the expansion of slavery and the cotton industry in the South.
    • This invention revolutionized the cotton planting and processing in the South.

    Exploring the Role of Gender in Slavery

    • The study of gender in slavery allows for a more comprehensive understanding of the experience of enslaved individuals.
    • The Atlantic slave trade disproportionately transported men over women to the New World.
    • This significant imbalance created unique social and demographic challenges for slave societies.

    Exploring Resistance and Agency of Enslaved Individuals

    • Examining the resistance of enslaved people is crucial to understanding their agency and survival strategies within the system.
    • Some historians have argued that focusing solely on slave resistance could potentially overshadow the immense power dynamics and brutal reality of slavery.

    The Master's Self-Image

    • The text examines how slavery impacted the self-perception of the master class.
    • The image of the master class evolved from a patriarchal model to one that emphasized paternalistic control over slaves.
    • This change in self-image was partly fueled by the escalating power of cotton in the economy.

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