#OTD in 1822: Denmark Vesey’s Slave Revolt Foiled

On June 16, 1822, Denmark Vesey’s planned slave uprising in Charleston, South Carolina, was exposed before it could begin. Vesey, a formerly enslaved man who had purchased his freedom, organized a massive rebellion with fellow church leaders from Emanuel AME Church. Their plan to burn the city and kill white enslavers was uncovered, leading to the arrest and execution of Vesey and 34 others. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.