Denmark Vesey (nov 20, 1767 – jul 2, 1822)
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Denmark Vesey spent 20 years sailing with his master.In 1800 Denmark was allowed to purchase his freedom with $600 he had won in a street lottery.
Planned the most extensive slave revolt in U.S. history.
Was an African American leader in Charleston, South Carolina. He worked as a carpenter.
Leader of "the rising,"
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Date:
nov 20, 1767
jul 2, 1822
~ 54 years