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Differences between Black and White’s Perspective on the Stono Rebellion
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Abstract
The Stono Rebellion, an early act of rebellion against slavery in America, holds significant historical and cultural importance. This research explores the differing perspectives on the rebellion from Black and white observers, highlighting the diverse interpretations of the event and its implications. The white view portrays the rebellion as an irrational outburst, while the Black perspective emphasizes the rebels’ political justice and human rights aspirations. By examining contrasting narratives, we gain a nuanced understanding of the complexities of interpreting historical events within systems of inequality and oppression. This analysis sheds light on the resilience and agency of the enslaved Africans, challenging dehumanizing narratives of slavery. The Stono Rebellion serves as a reminder of the universal human desire for freedom and dignity, emphasizing the importance of resistance in the face of oppressive systems. Understanding diverse perspectives on historical events fosters a more comprehensive understanding of the past and its implications for the present and future.
Keywords
stono rebellion, human rights, different perspectives, American history, colonial period
References
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- Volume Title
- Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Educational Innovation and Philosophical Inquiries
- ISBN (Print)
- 978-1-83558-045-5
- ISBN (Online)
- 978-1-83558-046-2
- Published Date
- 31 October 2023
- Series
- Communications in Humanities Research
- ISSN (Print)
- 2753-7064
- ISSN (Online)
- 2753-7072
- DOI
- 10.54254/2753-7064/11/20231387
- Copyright
- 31 October 2023
- Open Access
- This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited