The Vesey And Nat Turner Revolts

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During the late 1820s, the Vesey and Nat Turner revolts occurred. This is one of many similarities they shared. During these revolts, one specific similarity they had in common was that they were both born into slavery. Like any other slave both, Vesey and Turner, were against the injustice of slavery and claimed to be men of God. Both men tried to use their voices in their communities to preach to fellow slaves and begin uproars to try to fight to end slavery. This did not settle well with slave owners, this meant war. With this being, both brave men decided to go against their owners.
Denmark Vesey of Charleston, South Carolina planned his attack in 1822. Vesey, members of his church, and freed slaves around the area were supposed to be a

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