jan 1, 1739 - Stono Rebellion

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[1739]

cause: harsh treatment & slavery; Spanish Florida promised them freedom

effect: stricter slave laws, increased fear among white colonists

South Carolina
Largest slave revolt in history in N.A.
Result: when rebellion ended, slaves got harsher treatments

Spanish Florida was offering freedom to slaves
Many fled and joined Spain

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