Denmark Vesey (apr 7, 1767 – jul 2, 1822)
Description:
was a literate, skilled carpenter and leader among African Americans in Charleston, South Carolina. He was accused and convicted of being the ringleader of "the rising,"[1] a major potential slave revolt planned for the city in June 1822; he was executed.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 7, 1767
jul 2, 1822
~ 55 years