Chapter
The Role of Slave Patrols in Southern States
41:01 - 43:59 (02:58)
The article discusses the formalization and basic functions of slave patrols, including enforcement of curfew for slaves and breaking up unlawful gatherings.
Clips
The formation of slave patrols in the American South varied across states, ranging from a loose airsat force to a formalized, professional paid institution.
41:01 - 42:50 (01:48)
Slavery
Summary
The formation of slave patrols in the American South varied across states, ranging from a loose airsat force to a formalized, professional paid institution. However, their propaganda spin was a uniform justification for slavery.
ChapterThe Role of Slave Patrols in Southern States
EpisodeSlavery, Mass Murder and the Birth of American Policing
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The role of slave patrols in enforcing curfews, checking travel permission passes, and breaking up unlawful gatherings of slaves highlights how racism was embedded in the day-to-day operations of American slavery.
42:50 - 43:59 (01:09)
Racism
Summary
The role of slave patrols in enforcing curfews, checking travel permission passes, and breaking up unlawful gatherings of slaves highlights how racism was embedded in the day-to-day operations of American slavery.