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When was the term indentured servant first used?Indentured servitude in the U.S. began in the early 1600s in Virginia, not long after the settlement of Jamestown. Many early American settlers sought cheap labor to help manage their large estates and farms, and commonly agreed to fund the passage of European immigrants to Virginia in exchange for their labor.
What was the usual term of service for an indentured servant?The usual length of service was 4 to 5 years, but in the case of a valuable skilled worker, such as a blacksmith or cooper, the time could be shortened to induce the person to sign.
Who were the first indentured servants?Indentured servants were mostly young men between the ages of 15 and 25 years, who signed contracts in England to work in the colonies without wages.
What were the three types of indentured servants?Indentured servants were men and women who willingly signed a contract in which they agreed to work for a certain number of years to compensate for their voyage to America. Three different types of indentured servant agreements existed in the 18th century: free-willers, King's passengers, and redemptioners.
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