The Stono Rebellion of 1739, near Stono River, South Carolina

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Title

The Stono Rebellion of 1739, near Stono River, South Carolina

Subject

Enslaved Africans revolted for a political reason.

Description

The 1939 rebellion was ignited because white colonists had been working on a Negro Act of 1740 that would put more limits on Black enslaved people. It would be illegal for Black people to assemble on their own, grow their own food, learn to read, or work for money. Owners would be free to kill rebellious enslaved people.

Source

7 Incredible Facts About the Stono Rebellion
https://atlantablackstar.com/2014/09/09/7-incredible-facts-stono-rebellion/3/