Question 2
Chose a rebellion from the list below and research it. Write 2-3 paragraphs on your
findings, including why the group of people rebelled and how it changed history. You
may use evidence from your research to help support your claims. You may use your
primary and/or your secondary source to help with your paragraph if it fits. Be sure to
proofread and use proper grammar.
Choose from:
• New York Conspiracy of 1741
• German Coast Uprising of 1811
One rebellion that I researched is the German Coast Uprising of 1811, which was a significant slave revolt that took place in the Territory of Orleans (now Louisiana). The rebellion was led by enslaved Africans and African-Americans on plantations along the German Coast of the Mississippi River. The rebels planned to march to New Orleans, liberate more enslaved people, and establish a free colony. One of the main reasons for the uprising was the harsh and oppressive conditions under which the enslaved people were living and working on the plantations. The rebels sought freedom and equality, and were willing to risk their lives in order to achieve it.
The German Coast Uprising of 1811 had a lasting impact on history as it was one of the largest slave revolts in the United States. It resulted in the deaths of many rebels, as well as innocent civilians and ultimately led to the swift and violent suppression of the rebellion by the local authorities. The revolt prompted fears among the white population in the region and led to even stricter laws and regulations governing the enslaved population in an attempt to prevent future uprisings. The rebellion also highlighted the deep-seated tensions and inequalities between the enslaved people and their oppressors, and served as a reminder of the lengths to which people will go to fight for their freedom and rights.