I agree. It was largely the same in Africa. The worst slavery happened because, taken out of context, Africans were instantly identifiable as slaves. I think t

I agree. It was largely the same in Africa. The worst slavery happened because, taken out of context, Africans were instantly identifiable as slaves. I think there were some positive aspects to slavery. Currently widespread prison system has a major problem - the prisoners are a money drain on the society. There was no such problem with slaves because by definition they worked to support themselves. Unfortunately, often in ruthlessly harsh conditions. Still, it was more profitable to raid a village and enslave the survivors instead of slaughtering them.