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  1. Slavery in ancient Rome - Wikipedia

    In antiquity, slavery was seen as the political consequence of one group dominating another, and people of any race, ethnicity, or place of origin might become slaves, including freeborn …

  2. Slavery in the Roman World - World History Encyclopedia

    Nov 1, 2013 · Slavery was an ever-present feature of the Roman world. Slaves served in households, agriculture, mines, the military, workshops, construction and many services...

  3. The Roman Empire: in the First Century. The Roman Empire ...

    Slavery in ancient Rome differed from its modern forms in that it was not based on race. But like modern slavery, it was an abusive and degrading institution. Cruelty was commonplace....

  4. Slavery in ancient Rome | British Museum

    Read about slavery in ancient Rome and its impact through an object highlighting the difficult lives of those enslaved.

  5. Roman Slaves: Slavery in Ancient Rome - History Cooperative

    Jul 10, 2023 · Roman slaves were known as “servi” or “servus” in Latin and were owned by other people and considered their property. Anyone could become a slave, and slaves in ancient …

  6. Slavery in Ancient Rome: An Integral Part of Roman Society

    Jan 30, 2025 · Slavery was integral to Roman society, and slaves outnumbered citizens in Rome. There were many routes to slavery, including as prisoners of war, selling oneself into slavery, …

  7. What was slavery like in ancient Rome? - History Skills

    Discover the reality of slavery in ancient Rome: from brutal labor and slave markets to manumission, revolt, and life as a freedman or imperial servant.