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History That Doesn't Suck

20: "A Wolf by the Ears": Gabriel Rebels and Cotton Becomes King

Jul 23, 2018
In this enlightening discussion, Gabriel, a literate enslaved blacksmith and leader of a rebellion in Virginia, shares his quest for freedom amidst a changing landscape of slavery. He delves into his efforts to rally fellow slaves to seize Richmond and create a society of equality. The conversation also touches on Eli Whitney's cotton gin, which drastically escalates slavery in the South, and the emerged moral complexities and economic shifts that fueled both rebellion and resistance among enslaved individuals.
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  • Gabriel, an enslaved blacksmith, courageously led a rebellion in 1800 aimed at securing freedom and equality for all people.
  • The introduction of the cotton gin transformed southern agriculture and intensified the institution of slavery amid shifting economic tides.

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