Tacky's Revolt of 1760

Tacky's Rebellion in 1760 was a significant uprising by enslaved Africans in Jamaica. Led by Tacky, the revolt began with an attack on a plantation, freeing enslaved people and spreading to other estates. The Jamaican government responded by deploying the Maroons to suppress the rebellion. Despite initial success, the rebels were eventually defeated, with Tacky killed and his head displayed as a warning. The rebellion resulted in severe consequences, including mass executions, deportations, and a prohibition on the importation of certain African tribes. The suppression cost the British a significant amount in financial losses.

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