Buck Breaking (Breaking the buck)

 

"Buck Breaking" is a term that originated during the era of slavery in the United States. It was a horrific practice used by slave owners to punish, assert dominance, and demoralize enslaved African men. The term "buck" was used to refer to a strong, rebellious enslaved man. The process of "breaking" involved physical and sexual abuse with the aim of destroying the man's spirit and making him submissive. It's important to note that this term and the historical context it refers to are deeply disturbing and offensive.