The Stono Rebellion, occurring on September 9, 1739, was the most significant slave uprising in British North America. Led by Cato, also called Jemmy, a literate enslaved Black person, this revolt involved a group of 22 enslaved individuals attempting to escape from South Carolina to Spanish Florida. Despite their courage, they were captured by local militia. The aftermath of the rebellion resulted in severe crackdowns on enslaved individuals, including the passage of the Negro Act of 1740, which restricted their literacy and emancipation rights. This event sparked fear and influenced subsequent revolts throughout history.
The Stono Rebellion, led by Cato, marked a pivotal moment in the fight against slavery, demonstrating enslaved people's desire for freedom and resistance to oppression.
Fear of further uprisings following Stono led to repressive laws, exemplified by the Negro Act of 1740, which restricted slaves' literacy and freedom.
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