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The Secret Life of Slaves: Maroon Communities in Jamaica
While most episodes focus on the violence of capture or the brutality of the Middle Passage, Episode 222 explores the unexpected resilience of those who escaped. We dive into the history of Jamaican Maroons—freed slaves who formed independent communities in the island’s rugged interior. Lucas and Luna discuss how figures like Cudjoe and Quao negotiated treaties with the British Empire, turning their isolation into political power. You will learn about the specific terms of the 1739 Treaty of Peace and Friendship, the unique military tactics developed by these communities, and the complex…
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