8. Slavery in Ancient Greece and Rome
In Ancient Greece and Rome, slavery was fundamental to the very structure of society. People became slaves through war, piracy, or by being born into servitude. Enslaved individuals worked not only in agriculture and households, but also in skilled trades, education, and administration. The labor and talents of slaves underpinned the classical economies, fueling the rise of powerful city-states and empires. Their presence and contributions shaped daily life and left a deep imprint on Western civilization. More on Greco-Roman slavery
