Lecture 10: Tobacco, Servitude, and the First Africans
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Dive into the transformative early days of colonial Virginia in this episode, where tobacco fueled ambition and reshaped lives. Explore the rise of indentured servitude, the arrival of the first Africans in 1619, and the complex relationships that emerged in a fledgling colony. From the promise of profit to the harsh realities of labor and survival, uncover how these early moments set the stage for America’s intricate history of race and economy. Join us for a compelling story of struggle, adaptation, and the roots of a new society!
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