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The Slave Revolt They Tried to Erase
Description
In 1811, hundreds of enslaved people in what’s now Louisiana joined together to burn down plantations, free captives, and kill their enslavers. They came from different tribes, spoke different languages, and coordinated across long distances with one goal - freedom. So why haven't we ever heard of it? Journalist Michael Harriot joins us to tell the story of the 1811 German Coast Uprising. Who’s a defiant person you think we should feature on the show? Or do you have a story about someone who inspired you to be “about that life"? Leave us a voicemail at 814-326-2866.
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Show Notes
Guest: Michael Harriot
Want to learn more?
Read:
Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America
Watch/ Listen:Drapetomania: Diaspora Wars Part 1: The Multicultural Revolt of 1811 (featuring W. Kamau Bell and Carvell Wallace)
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Senior Producer: Kristen Bennett
Producer: Matt Gant
Story Editor: Julie Caine
Fact Checker: Sarah McClure
Production Supervisor: Hugo Salguero
Original music & sound design: Kyle Murdock
Executive Producer: N’Jeri Eaton
Head of Brand & Audience: Anhelo Reyes
Head of Video: Tonja Thigpen
Huge thanks to our partners at American Experiments
To Kevin, Allie, Dom, Simone, and last but not least — Mr. Benjamin.
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