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Slaves were used in the American colonies mainly because

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they were used to work on tobacco plantations, sugar plantations and rice.
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African slaves were used in American colonies because slaves were immune to diseases than Native Americans. Also, Africa was right under Europe so it was easier for Europeans to get slaves.
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