Nanny of the Maroons' Revolt Flashcards
Who was Nanny of the Maroons’ ?
An enslaved person in Jamaica
What where Maroon communities?
Communities of enslaved people who escaped plantations
How did Nanny and the Maroon communities revolt against the British?
They raided and attacked plantations
How many enslaved people where freed by the revolts organised by Nanny of the Marons?
1000 people
When did the First Maroon War take place?
From 1728 - 1734
What happened during the First Maroon war?
Slave owners tried to destroy maroon communities but failed due to Nanny’s military leadership.
What happened at the end of the First Maroon War?
A treaty was signed where the British agreed to let Maroon communities rule their own areas in exchange for peace.
What happened to Nanny of the Maroons ?
She was KIA ( killed in action )
Was there a second Maroon War?
Yes
When was the Second Maroon War?
From 1795 - 1796
What did the Second Maroon War result in?
It resulted in enslaved people being freed
How many enslaved people where freed as a result of the 2nd Maroon War?
550,000 people
Where were the people freed by the 2nd Maroon War sent to?
They were deported to Canada and later back to Africa
