(2) Stono Rebellion (1739) (sep 9, 1739 – sep 9, 1739)
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A rebellion in South Carolina included about 100 slaves attempting to go to Florida which promised freedom to slaves.
They loot and raid things from whites and kill a few on their way to Florida for freedom. They get caught and killed and harsher slave codes are enforced. Restricted slaves to communicate, read, write, or meet up. (to prevent future attempts)
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