Question

First free settlement of africans in America

Answer 1

In 1619, the first free settlement of Africans in America occurred when a Dutch ship carrying slaves arrived in Jamestown, Virginia. These Africans were initially indentured servants but later became free landowners and tobacco farmers. However, they were not treated as equals.

Step-by-step explanation:

The first free settlement of Africans in America occurred in 1619 when a Dutch ship carrying slaves arrived at Jamestown, Virginia. Although these Africans were initially considered indentured servants, not slaves, slavery developed slowly over time. Some of the early Africans who survived became free landowners and tobacco farmers with their land and slaves. However, they were not seen as equal to the colonists or the indigenous people.

Answer 2

The first free settlement was Fort Mose, 2 miles north of St. Augustine, Florida, established in 1738 declared by then governor Manuel, Montiano, of the Spanish held territory.