11. Tarring and Feathering
Tarring and feathering was a rare but extreme punishment used to torture and publicly shame enslaved individuals. The process involved stripping the victim, pouring hot tar over their body, and then covering them with feathers. This method caused severe physical pain, potential burns, and lasting injuries. The public nature of the act served as a dire warning to others, reinforcing the consequences of defiance within the system of slavery.
