This document summarizes the harsh conditions of slavery in the American South. Most slaves worked long days in the fields under an oppressive gang labor system, though some worked as domestic servants or skilled laborers. Slaves had no rights and lived in crowded cabins with minimal food and clothing. They faced physical punishment by overseers and restrictions in slave codes. While finding solace in religion and family, resistance was difficult though some worked slower or attempted escape. The largest slave revolt was led by Nat Turner in 1831 Virginia where over 60 whites were killed before Turner was executed along with 100 other slaves.