Southern Social Classes

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These men were wealthy and powerful. They had a large amount of land, property, slaves, and indentured servants.

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Plantation Owners

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This was a skilled worker, like a carpenter or blacksmith.

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Artisans

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These people worked the land and harvested crops. They may or may not have owned their own land. They were often poor and lived on a low budget.

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Small Farmers

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These people were often treated unfairly by the colonists. They also disagreed about the use and ownership of land.

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Native Americans

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These people had few rights. Once they got married they would often lose ownership over their property.

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Women

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These people usually owned and operated a store. They sold things like spices, sugar, cloth, and food. Most of their goods were imported from England and other countries.

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Merchants

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These people were given transportation and housing in exchange for their labor once they arrived. They were usually required to serve seven years before they were free to go.

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Indentured Servants.

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These people were considered property and could be bought and sold by their masters at any time. They were given no rights of any kind.

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Slaves

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These people were at the VERY TOP of southern society.

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Plantation Owners

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These people were at the VERY BOTTOM of southern society.

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Slaves