True. In the West Indies, slaves were indeed sold in exchange for land rights. This practice was common during the period of colonialism, particularly during the Transatlantic Slave Trade era. Slavery was a significant part of the economic and social structure in the Caribbean, and it played a crucial role in the plantation-based agricultural economy. Slaves were often acquired through trade, and they were used as labor on plantations that produced cash crops such as sugarcane, tobacco, and coffee. In some cases, individuals could acquire land rights by purchasing or trading slaves. This allowed them to establish plantations and benefit from the labor of enslaved people.
