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An account of some of the principal slave insurrections, and others, which have occured, or been attempted, in the United States and elsewhere, during the last two centuries.

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An account of some of the principal slave insurrections, and others, which have occured, or been attempted, in the United States and elsewhere, during the last two centuries.

by Joshua Coffin

EN·~1 hours

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Description

This volume brings together a wide range of documented rebellions and attempted uprisings by enslaved people across the United States and beyond, spanning the last two centuries. Drawing from court records, eyewitness testimonies, and contemporary reports, it presents each episode with clear, concise detail, allowing listeners to grasp the circumstances that sparked resistance. The collection is framed as a moral inquiry, urging listeners to consider the human cost of oppression and the urgency of emancipation.

Among the events highlighted are the dramatic revolt that began in Saint‑Domingo in the 1790s, the daring raid led by John Brown in Virginia, and numerous lesser‑known local insurrections that reveal a pattern of courage and desperation. By juxtaposing these accounts with contemporary commentary, the work underscores how fear and ignorance sustained the slave system. Listeners are invited to reflect on the enduring relevance of these struggles and the power of factual history to shape conscience.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (78K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2006-06-16

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Joshua Coffin

Joshua Coffin

1792–1864

A New England teacher, historian, and antislavery writer, he is remembered for turning local history into lively storytelling and for speaking out against slavery. His work links early American community life with the reform movements of the 1800s.

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