Did the colony of North Carolina have slaves?

Yes, the colony of North Carolina had slaves. In fact, slavery was an integral part of the colony's economy and society. The first slaves were brought to North Carolina in the 1660s, and by the end of the 17th century, there were over 1,000 slaves in the colony. By 1750, there were over 20,000 slaves in North Carolina, making it the fourth-largest slaveholding colony in British America.

Slaves in North Carolina were used for a variety of purposes, including farming, logging, and construction. They were also used as domestic servants and as skilled laborers. The conditions of slavery in North Carolina were harsh, and slaves were often subjected to beatings, torture, and other forms of abuse.

The institution of slavery was deeply embedded in the culture and economy of North Carolina, and it was not until the American Civil War that slavery was finally abolished.