Planters and merchants conducted examinations to see their quality of their worth. In the European’s eyes, the prisoners were seen as tools to become prosperous. Equaino said, “Oye, ye nominal Christians! Might not an African ask you, Learned you this from your God who says unto you, Do unto all men as you would men should do unto you?” (Lualdi) The European’s actions contradict what is considered proper Christian behavior. One should treat others with respect and dignity.
The establishment of trade brought about the introduction of coffee. The demand was so great that coffeehouses were set up across Europe as a result. It became a place of social gatherings where different members of each social group could converse in politics. This was meant to pass on a form of sobriety and gayness among citizens. Alcohol played a major part in society, before coffee production spread across Europe. Alcoholism was thought at the time to cause disorderly behavior due to its ability to impair the brain. It is known to cause fits of rage and other symptoms. At the time, there was a common belief that coffee, rather than alcohol, had healing agents and prevented diseases, such as stomach …show more content…
According to the pamphlet, coffee increases one’s intellect, relieves painful memories and easies anger. Heals one from gout, which is the increase of fluid in serous cavities. It also prevents adulterous activities, increases fertility and provides energy.
Regulations were created to ensure comfort and sales. According to Lualdi, “pre-eminence of place, none here should mind” (A Sober Wholesome Drink). There was no sense of hierarchy and it was affordable for each person in different hierarchical groups. A cup of coffee was no more than 5 shillings. Religion and illicit behavior was discouraged and to promote a good environment.
Despite all these rules, it did not prevent the crown from sending officers who were members of the secret police to monitor individuals. This new hangout place for the citizens caused the spread of revolutionary ideas. King George at the time wanted to put an end to individual thoughts about the government in hopes to suppress a possible civil war in hope to suppress the start of a civil war. It was a way to monitor the citizens, but it lead to the assassination of revolutionary leaders and