During #slavery, the holiday season was a brief chance for the enslaved to plan escapes and rebellions amid distracted owners. A historian tells the story of resistance: theconversation.com/for-enslav…
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For enslaved people, the holiday season was a time for revelry – and a brief window to fight back
Whether it was spent feasting or plotting escapes, the week between Christmas and the new year offered a rare opportunity for enslaved men, women and children to reclaim their humanity.The Conversation
