apr 6, 1712 - Slave Revolt in New York City
Description:
On the night of April 6, 1712, a group of about 23 enslaved Africans set fire to a building in New York City. When white colonists came to put out the fire, the rebels ambushed them with weapons, killing 9 and injuring others.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 6, 1712
Now
~ 314 years ago