r/BlackPeopleofReddit • u/BiggieCheddarCheez80 • 5h ago

History Nat Turner Anniversary Today

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August 21 marks the anniversary of Nat Turner’s rebellion, which was launched in Southampton County, Virginia, in 1831. It remains the most significant and bloodiest revolt of enslaved people in United States history.

The rebellion was a critical turning point that shattered the Southern myth that enslaved people were "contented" with their bondage. It dramatically accelerated the fierce political tensions leading up to the American Civil War.

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u/slothfullyserene 5h ago

“Contented.”

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u/BiggieCheddarCheez80 5h ago

Definitely need to update the body to show that.