Enslaved males were the most likely candidates to mutiny and only at times they were on deck.[1] While rebellions did not happen often, they were usually unsuccessful. In order for the crew members to keep the enslaved africans under control and prevent future rebellions, the crews were often twice as large and members would instill fear into the enslaved Africans through brutality and harsh punishments.[8] From the time of being captured in Africa to the arrival to the plantations of the European masters, took an average of six months.[2] Africans were completely cut off from their families, home, and community life.[9] They were forced to adjust to a new way of life.