15. Forced Public Displays and Spectacles
Enslaved individuals were often subjected to public punishments, such as whippings, branding, and executions, which were conducted in front of local communities. These events served as both a deterrent and a form of entertainment for white spectators, reinforcing the power dynamics of slavery. The public nature of these spectacles was intended to instill fear and maintain control over the enslaved population (muse.jhu.edu).
