African American women's roles refers to the various responsibilities, activities, and positions held by women of African descent in society during a specific time period.
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Enslavement: Enslavement refers to the state or condition of being held as a slave. During the early republic era, many African American women were enslaved and had limited control over their own lives.
Resistance: Resistance involves actively opposing or defying oppressive systems or actions. Some African American women engaged in various forms of resistance against slavery and limitations placed on them.
Abolitionist Movement: The abolitionist movement was a social and political campaign aimed at ending slavery. Many African American women played vital roles within this movement, advocating for freedom and equal rights for all enslaved people.