Nanny of the Maroons

In this episode of THE HISTORY OF THE CARIBBEAN, we go deep into the Blue Mountains of Jamaica to uncover the true story of Nanny of the Maroons. This isn't the myth—it’s the military reality. Discover how a brilliant Ashanti strategist used guerrilla warfare, the "living bush" camouflage, and the legendary Abeng to create a sovereign nation in the heart of a British colony. From the establishment of Nanny Town to the brutal First Maroon War and the controversial Treaty of 1739, we examine the grit, the logistics, and the impossible choices required for survival. In this episode, you will learn: The tactical secrets of the Windward Maroons. How Nanny’s leadership challenged British colonial rule. The legacy of Jamaica’s only female National Hero. The true cost of the 1739 peace treaty.