Vincent Brown

Vincent Brown, a Harvard professor and co-founder of Timestamp Media, dives into the gripping history of Tacky's Revolt, a pivotal uprising in Jamaica. He discusses Tacky’s crucial role as a leader and the social dynamics among enslaved people on sugar plantations. The conversation also explores Britain's reaction to the revolt and its impact on the abolitionist movement. Brown emphasizes the importance of remembering figures like Tacky and advocates for integrating the history of slavery into educational curricula to foster a deeper understanding of colonial legacies.

Vincent Brown, a Harvard historian and author of 'Tacky's Revolt,' delves into the grim realities of slavery and the significant uprising it sparked. He shares personal narratives that highlight the horrific conditions endured by enslaved people in Jamaica. The discussion uncovers the brutal tactics of slaveholders like Thomas Thistlewood and the complex interplay between empathy and analysis in recounting these tales. Brown also examines the economic motivations behind slavery in the Caribbean, revealing the interconnections with global conflicts and resistance movements.

Vincent Brown, a Harvard history professor specializing in slavery, is joined by Bronwen Everill from Cambridge and Jake Subryan Richards from LSE to discuss the 1781 Zong Massacre. They reveal how the Zong crew tossed 132 enslaved Africans overboard for insurance profit, highlighting the brutality of the transatlantic slave trade. The guests explore the legal and moral outrage ignited among British abolitionists, the broader implications of prioritizing profit over humanity, and the links to modern societal issues surrounding justice and ethics.