56. Tacky's Revolt: Causes of the Rebellion
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Brutality and Resistance in Caribbean Slavery
This chapter explores the horrifying realities of life under the Thistlewood estate, showcasing the severe punishments enforced by slaveholders on their victims. It also examines the societal normalization of violence and hints at the origins of Tacky's Revolt, emphasizing the contrast between the cruelty of slavery and growing public awareness in Britain.
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