Slavery And The United States - 2111 Words

Every since the start of slavery, in 1619 and all the way up until now 2016, people have been socially, religiously, and sexually profiled by their race. It could be something just as simple as where they come from, how they talk, their beliefs, or the color of their skin. We all are very aware of the history of slavery and how things went on in that time. I was far more horrific and blood-curdling back then. Unlike today protesting, rallying, and fight back was not an option back then, of course some stood up for what they believed in those were the boldest. Those who dared to challenge the authorities were the bravest, those who sat back at waited for a change were the patient. Slavery took place in many parts of the world. But we†¦show more content†¦For example, Harriet Tubman risked her life for year, bring slaves to the underground railroad. In 1857, Dred Scott bought his former master s wife to court to testify against her. Although he lost, he still had enough courage to try. Now, most might think of African-Americans when it comes to slavery because that is the most talked about. That is what most children are taught in history classes or school in general, but African-American were not the only ones who suffered for years on end. They were not the only ones who yearned for their freedom and well treatment. What about the child slavery (Child Labor) in many different parts of the world. Some places such as, China, Brazil, India, Japan and many others. Children working at ages 5 and up to make garments for popular brands. The children are working for such little money, they might not be able to feed themselves let alone their families. They work in disgusting, airless, overheating conditions, they listen and do whatever they are told because that is all they know. Doing their best to try not to get injured or hurt too severely because if they die they would be discarded and replaced like nothing ever happened. They do not even get to wear or use any of the items that they are slaving over. What