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57. Tacky's Revolt: An Atlantic Slave War

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Hierarchies of Enslavement on Sugar Plantations

This chapter examines the complex social dynamics among enslaved individuals on sugar plantations, focusing on roles such as 'driver' and the impact of gender on labor distribution. It explores how these positions influenced authority, identity, and spiritual practices amidst the oppressive conditions faced by the enslaved.

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