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In 1733, Akwamu rebels launched a daring assault on Fortsberg, starting the St. John Slave Rebellion. Disguised as servants, they accessed the fort, armed themselves, and took control. Fortsberg became a powerful symbol of resistance. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3cdwpr4m
Fortsberg ruins 'ironic monument' to traumatic time in St. John's history
St. Johnian Kurt Marsh Jr. shared some of the history of the Fortsberg area, a critically important site in the island’s history, during a presentation hosted by the V.I. Education
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December 31, 2024 at 2:32 AM
In 1733, Akwamu rebels launched a daring assault on Fortsberg, starting the St. John Slave Rebellion. Disguised as servants, they accessed the fort, armed themselves, and took control. Fortsberg became a powerful symbol of resistance. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3cdwpr4m
Today, we honor Queen Mary Thomas, a fearless leader of the 1878 Fireburn labor revolt on St. Croix. Known as one of the 'Queens of Fireburn,' she led the charge against oppressive working conditions after slavery. Watch more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8Ah...
Mary Thomas: Leader Of A Danish Labour Revolt
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December 27, 2024 at 5:48 AM
Today, we honor Queen Mary Thomas, a fearless leader of the 1878 Fireburn labor revolt on St. Croix. Known as one of the 'Queens of Fireburn,' she led the charge against oppressive working conditions after slavery. Watch more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8Ah...
In January 1811, over 200 enslaved people on Louisiana's German Coast launched one of the largest uprisings in U.S. history. Led by Charles Deslondes, this defiant stand was inspired by the Haitian Revolution. Watch more: youtu.be/1zUPNtP3Yn0
Freedom or Death: The Louisiana Slave Revolt of 1811
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December 26, 2024 at 7:11 PM
In January 1811, over 200 enslaved people on Louisiana's German Coast launched one of the largest uprisings in U.S. history. Led by Charles Deslondes, this defiant stand was inspired by the Haitian Revolution. Watch more: youtu.be/1zUPNtP3Yn0
This WWII Wednesday, we honor the 614th Tank Destroyer Battalion. During Christmas 1944, they braved the cold and relentless enemy attacks in the Battle of the Bulge, showcasing courage and resilience. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUw5...
The UNTOLD Story of American Heroes in WWII
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December 25, 2024 at 5:09 AM
This WWII Wednesday, we honor the 614th Tank Destroyer Battalion. During Christmas 1944, they braved the cold and relentless enemy attacks in the Battle of the Bulge, showcasing courage and resilience. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUw5...
On April 14, 1816, Barbados saw its largest uprising against slavery—Bussa’s Rebellion. Enslaved people courageously stood against injustice. Learn about their fight for freedom: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPc0...
Bussa’s Rebellion:Freedom at all cost.
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December 24, 2024 at 6:26 AM
On April 14, 1816, Barbados saw its largest uprising against slavery—Bussa’s Rebellion. Enslaved people courageously stood against injustice. Learn about their fight for freedom: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPc0...
In 1733, enslaved rebels on St. John harnessed their intimate knowledge of plantations to strategically challenge Danish colonial rule. Their actions reshaped the fight for freedom. Watch more: youtu.be/0FPACiE5Wsg
Moments in Time (6 of 8) St John's Slave Revolt
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December 23, 2024 at 6:20 AM
In 1733, enslaved rebels on St. John harnessed their intimate knowledge of plantations to strategically challenge Danish colonial rule. Their actions reshaped the fight for freedom. Watch more: youtu.be/0FPACiE5Wsg
1. On July 3, 1848, enslaved people on St. Croix demanded their freedom. Led by Moses Gottlieb General Buddhoe and Admiral Martin King, thousands united in a show of discipline and defiance. Learn more: www.heritage.vi/general-budd...
General Buddhoe: A Hero of Emancipation in the Danish West Indies
General Buddhoe, born Moses Gottlieb and recorded as John Guttliff Bordeaux, stands as one of the most celebrated figures in the history of the Danish West Indies (now the U.S. Virgin Islands). His pi...
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December 20, 2024 at 6:18 AM
1. On July 3, 1848, enslaved people on St. Croix demanded their freedom. Led by Moses Gottlieb General Buddhoe and Admiral Martin King, thousands united in a show of discipline and defiance. Learn more: www.heritage.vi/general-budd...
Gabriel Prosser: The Blacksmith Who Forged a Path Toward Freedom.
In 1800, Gabriel, an enslaved blacksmith near Richmond, Virginia, organized a bold conspiracy to strike at the heart of slavery and claim freedom.
Learn his story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0b8...
In 1800, Gabriel, an enslaved blacksmith near Richmond, Virginia, organized a bold conspiracy to strike at the heart of slavery and claim freedom.
Learn his story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0b8...
Forging Freedom: The Story of Gabriel's Rebellion
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December 19, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Gabriel Prosser: The Blacksmith Who Forged a Path Toward Freedom.
In 1800, Gabriel, an enslaved blacksmith near Richmond, Virginia, organized a bold conspiracy to strike at the heart of slavery and claim freedom.
Learn his story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0b8...
In 1800, Gabriel, an enslaved blacksmith near Richmond, Virginia, organized a bold conspiracy to strike at the heart of slavery and claim freedom.
Learn his story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0b8...
The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion made history on D-Day, June 6, 1944. They were the first African American unit to land on Omaha and Utah Beaches, protecting Allied troops with barrage balloons that shielded them from low-flying German aircraft.
Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHA0...
Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHA0...
D-Day Stories: The African American Medic Who Saved Lives While Injured | History
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December 18, 2024 at 6:03 AM
The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion made history on D-Day, June 6, 1944. They were the first African American unit to land on Omaha and Utah Beaches, protecting Allied troops with barrage balloons that shielded them from low-flying German aircraft.
Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHA0...
Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHA0...
In 1763, the Berbice Uprising shook the Caribbean as enslaved rebels, led by Cuffy, rose against oppression. Watch this video to learn more about this pivotal moment: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIW_...
The Berbice Slave Uprising (1763)
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December 17, 2024 at 5:41 AM
In 1763, the Berbice Uprising shook the Caribbean as enslaved rebels, led by Cuffy, rose against oppression. Watch this video to learn more about this pivotal moment: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIW_...
Want to learn about the Akwamu people, visionaries in governance, warfare, and diplomacy? Start here with this engaging video about their incredible history: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Jl0...
THE HISTORY OF AKWAMU BY NANA AFRAKOMA II THE PARAMOUNT QUEENMOTHER OF AKWAMUMAN
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December 16, 2024 at 5:36 AM
Want to learn about the Akwamu people, visionaries in governance, warfare, and diplomacy? Start here with this engaging video about their incredible history: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Jl0...
In 1892, Black coaling workers in St. Thomas, many of them women, organized a bold strike that disrupted the island’s economy and demanded justice. Their story is a testament to resilience and unity. Learn about the incredible coaling ladies: www.stthomashistoricaltrust.org/coaling-ladies
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December 13, 2024 at 6:49 AM
In 1892, Black coaling workers in St. Thomas, many of them women, organized a bold strike that disrupted the island’s economy and demanded justice. Their story is a testament to resilience and unity. Learn about the incredible coaling ladies: www.stthomashistoricaltrust.org/coaling-ladies
On Sept 9, 1739, near the Stono River in South Carolina, a group of enslaved men launched a bold bid for freedom. Armed with weapons, they marched toward Spanish Florida, where freedom was promised. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pND-...
The Stono Rebellion: Crash Course Black American History #6
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December 12, 2024 at 7:39 AM
On Sept 9, 1739, near the Stono River in South Carolina, a group of enslaved men launched a bold bid for freedom. Armed with weapons, they marched toward Spanish Florida, where freedom was promised. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pND-...
The 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, known as the "Triple Nickles" was the first all-Black paratrooper unit in U.S. history and made significant contributions to World War II. Learn More www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqU6...
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Forgotten WW2 Paratroopers - The 555th Triple Nickels
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December 12, 2024 at 1:18 AM
The 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, known as the "Triple Nickles" was the first all-Black paratrooper unit in U.S. history and made significant contributions to World War II. Learn More www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqU6...
#Triple Nickles #BuildBreffuPark
#Triple Nickles #BuildBreffuPark
François Mackandal, an escaped enslaved African from the French colony of Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), led a bold rebellion from 1757-1758. He used poison to fight against French plantation owners, challenging colonial oppression.
#MackandalRebellion video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B415...
#MackandalRebellion video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B415...
56/ François Mackandal : The Haitian Hero of Resistance
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December 10, 2024 at 8:03 AM
François Mackandal, an escaped enslaved African from the French colony of Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), led a bold rebellion from 1757-1758. He used poison to fight against French plantation owners, challenging colonial oppression.
#MackandalRebellion video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B415...
#MackandalRebellion video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B415...
We’ve been quiet for six days, but we’re back to share Queen Breffu’s incredible story. While this is Monday’s post a day late, we hope it inspires and reminds us all of her courage and legacy in the fight for justice. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwIX...
Breffu "Queen of St. John" | HerStory Told | Jaleesa Latefah
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December 10, 2024 at 7:13 AM
We’ve been quiet for six days, but we’re back to share Queen Breffu’s incredible story. While this is Monday’s post a day late, we hope it inspires and reminds us all of her courage and legacy in the fight for justice. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwIX...
Eugene Bullard, "The Black Swallow of Death," was the world’s first Black combat aviator and a hero of both World Wars. His story is one of resilience, bravery, and breaking barriers. Watch this incredible video to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJ7n...
The Black Swallow Of Death - Eugene Bullard
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December 4, 2024 at 5:44 AM
Eugene Bullard, "The Black Swallow of Death," was the world’s first Black combat aviator and a hero of both World Wars. His story is one of resilience, bravery, and breaking barriers. Watch this incredible video to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJ7n...
The Courage and Legacy of Robert Smalls: From Enslavement to Senator. Watch his incredible story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0kG...
In 1862, Smalls, an enslaved man, commandeered a Confederate ship, navigating past armed forts to secure freedom for himself, his family, and his crew.
In 1862, Smalls, an enslaved man, commandeered a Confederate ship, navigating past armed forts to secure freedom for himself, his family, and his crew.
The US Congressman who Escaped Slavery | The Life & Times of Robert Smalls
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December 2, 2024 at 6:47 AM
The Courage and Legacy of Robert Smalls: From Enslavement to Senator. Watch his incredible story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0kG...
In 1862, Smalls, an enslaved man, commandeered a Confederate ship, navigating past armed forts to secure freedom for himself, his family, and his crew.
In 1862, Smalls, an enslaved man, commandeered a Confederate ship, navigating past armed forts to secure freedom for himself, his family, and his crew.
Jourdon Anderson’s letter is a reminder that even in the face of unimaginable hardship, humanity—and a little humor—can be powerful tools of resistance.
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Learn more about Queen Breffu Freedom Park and help us share these stories: buildbreffupark.org
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November 30, 2024 at 6:34 AM
Jourdon Anderson’s letter is a reminder that even in the face of unimaginable hardship, humanity—and a little humor—can be powerful tools of resistance.
Learn more about Queen Breffu Freedom Park and help us share these stories: buildbreffupark.org
Learn more about Queen Breffu Freedom Park and help us share these stories: buildbreffupark.org
Jourdon’s sharp wit and insistence on dignity remind us of the ongoing fight for justice and recognition.
At Queen Breffu Freedom Park, we honor resistance and resilience, from Jourdon Anderson to Queen Breffu and the Akwamu people.
Join us: buildbreffupark.org
At Queen Breffu Freedom Park, we honor resistance and resilience, from Jourdon Anderson to Queen Breffu and the Akwamu people.
Join us: buildbreffupark.org
Queen Breffu Freedom Park
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November 30, 2024 at 6:33 AM
Jourdon’s sharp wit and insistence on dignity remind us of the ongoing fight for justice and recognition.
At Queen Breffu Freedom Park, we honor resistance and resilience, from Jourdon Anderson to Queen Breffu and the Akwamu people.
Join us: buildbreffupark.org
At Queen Breffu Freedom Park, we honor resistance and resilience, from Jourdon Anderson to Queen Breffu and the Akwamu people.
Join us: buildbreffupark.org
Jourdon politely declined the offer—and included an invoice for decades of unpaid labor, totaling $11,680.
Read the full letter here: www.americanyawp.com/reader/recon...
Read the full letter here: www.americanyawp.com/reader/recon...
Jourdon Anderson Writes His Former Enslaver, 1865 | The American Yawp Reader
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November 30, 2024 at 6:33 AM
Jourdon politely declined the offer—and included an invoice for decades of unpaid labor, totaling $11,680.
Read the full letter here: www.americanyawp.com/reader/recon...
Read the full letter here: www.americanyawp.com/reader/recon...
In 1865, Jourdon Anderson, a formerly enslaved man, received a letter from his former enslaver asking him to return to the plantation. His response? A masterpiece of dignity and wit.
Watch Laurence Fishburne bring it to life: www.youtube.com/watch?v=evi_...
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Watch Laurence Fishburne bring it to life: www.youtube.com/watch?v=evi_...
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Laurence Fishburne reads a former slave's incredible letter to his old master
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November 30, 2024 at 6:32 AM
In 1865, Jourdon Anderson, a formerly enslaved man, received a letter from his former enslaver asking him to return to the plantation. His response? A masterpiece of dignity and wit.
Watch Laurence Fishburne bring it to life: www.youtube.com/watch?v=evi_...
Queen Breffu Park: buildbreffupark.org
Watch Laurence Fishburne bring it to life: www.youtube.com/watch?v=evi_...
Queen Breffu Park: buildbreffupark.org
At Queen Breffu Freedom Park, we honor leaders like Bolombo, whose courage changed history. His legacy reminds us of the enduring fight for justice. Learn more about his story: kentakepage.com/the-1733-st-...
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Join us: buildbreffupark.org
The 1733 St. John Insurrection - Kentake Page
Almost sixty years before the Haitian revolution, a group of West African Atlantians (enslaved people) took control of the island of St. John and held it for six months against Danish and English forc...
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November 29, 2024 at 7:20 AM
At Queen Breffu Freedom Park, we honor leaders like Bolombo, whose courage changed history. His legacy reminds us of the enduring fight for justice. Learn more about his story: kentakepage.com/the-1733-st-...
Join us: buildbreffupark.org
Join us: buildbreffupark.org
Enslaving a king like Bolombo was meant to break spirits, but it backfired. For the enslaved, he symbolized dignity and defiance. His story is a testament to the power of unity and resistance.
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Support Queen Breffu Freedom Park: buildbreffupark.org
November 29, 2024 at 7:20 AM
Enslaving a king like Bolombo was meant to break spirits, but it backfired. For the enslaved, he symbolized dignity and defiance. His story is a testament to the power of unity and resistance.
Support Queen Breffu Freedom Park: buildbreffupark.org
Support Queen Breffu Freedom Park: buildbreffupark.org
On St. John, Bolombo turned tragedy into action. His leadership united others and helped orchestrate the capture of Fort Frederiksvaern, marking the start of a months-long rebellion. A symbol of resilience and defiance.
Learn more: buildbreffupark.org
Learn more: buildbreffupark.org
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November 29, 2024 at 7:20 AM
On St. John, Bolombo turned tragedy into action. His leadership united others and helped orchestrate the capture of Fort Frederiksvaern, marking the start of a months-long rebellion. A symbol of resilience and defiance.
Learn more: buildbreffupark.org
Learn more: buildbreffupark.org