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15 Harsh Realities of Life on American Plantations

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11. Forced Religious Conversion

11. Forced Religious Conversion
Enslaved individuals compelled to adopt Christianity, with religion enforced as a tool of control. Photo by: ChatGPT

Plantation owners often imposed Christianity on enslaved people, using religion as a tool of control. Enslaved individuals were required to attend services and adopt beliefs that emphasized obedience and submission. This forced conversion stripped many of their original spiritual practices and identities, turning faith into another instrument of power rather than a source of genuine comfort or community.

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