Events tagged with "denmark vesey"

Historical Events tagged with "denmark vesey"

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Danmark Vesey and Slaves Executed in South Carolina

July 2nd, 1822 202 years ago

Thirty-five enslaved individuals, including Denmark Vesey, were hanged in South Carolina after being accused of planning a rebellion. The plot aimed to revolt against the oppressive system of slavery in the region, which fueled widespread fear among slave owners. The event highlighted the tensions surrounding slavery and the organized resistance within the enslaved community.