Geographic factors were not the only important component in the establishment of slavery in American Colonies and Serfdom in Russia. Forced labour in both countries was a result of the shortage of labour in their societies, yet was more significant to the development of Slavery. Also, Economic factors contributed to the formation of the systems in each country. Slaves in America provided substantial income to their masters whilst Serfs were forced into the system due to their lingering debts. Matters of race and religion also influenced the establishment of Slavery in American Colonies; on the other hand, this component was not particularly associated with the creation of Serfdom in Russia. Slaves were of African descent as they were easily recognisable within the colonies as opposed to the Serfs in Russia due to a peasant's position in society. Geographic factors certainly influenced the creation of forced labour in both societies; however other various aspects were considered additionally vital in the establishment of Slavery and Serfdom in both countries.
             Geographic factors were not the primary reason for the development of Slavery in America. Climate impacted the Western settlers, as they were accustomed to the colder weather, while in America, humidity was mainly prevalent. Due to this factor, Africans were forced into Slavery, as they tended to cope better with climatic conditions in America, with the exception of those brought in from the Caribbean, as they were unfamiliarised with these conditions. An additional geographic factor saw Africans being enslaved in countries near to the America colonies, thus ensuring the ease of their transportation. Vicinity also played a role in the formation of forced labour in American colonies, as Southern states of America required a greater amount of labour due to the maintenance of agricultural land and the farming of cotton, tobacco and other crops.
             The climatic conditions in R...