Resistance to slavery

Resistance to slavery refers to the efforts of enslaved individuals and communities to oppose, escape, or undermine the system that degraded them. It includes acts like rebellion, running away, workplace sabotage, preserving cultural practices, and finding ways to assert some autonomy. Such resistance challenged the brutal control of slavery, often risking severe punishment. It demonstrated resilience and a desire for freedom and dignity, highlighting that enslaved people did not passively accept their condition but actively fought against oppression in various ways.