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19th Century Black/African American Activism in the Lowcountry: Home

This is a guide that will provide resources and information about early activism and rebellions by Black/African Americans in the Lowcountry

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The guide will provide information about resources at the College of Charleston Libraries on early rebellions developed by Black/African Americans. 

This guide is for students, scholars, and the general public who are interested in doing research on the subject matter. 

This guide will grow and add information. The first to be added is Denmark Vesey, other pages to be developed include

  • Stono Rebellion
  • Hamburg Massacre
  • Harriet Tubman/Combahee Raid
  • Robert Smalls

Manager of Archival Services

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Aaisha Haykal
she/her/hers
Contact:
Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture
125 Bull Street
Charleston, SC 29494
843-953-7608
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Manager of Research Services

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Mary Jo Fairchild
she/her
Contact:
843-953-1424
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