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Early mention of Africa... A slave uprising...
Early mention of Africa... A slave uprising...
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September 19, 1667
LONDON GAZETTE, London, Sept. 19, 1667
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* African slaves uprising - rebellion
A back page report from "West-Cowes" notes in part: " ...arrived here from the River of Gambo in Africa, the John of London, laden with Logwood, Wax, Elephants Teeth and other commodities, upon the account of the Royal Company...".
Also mention that: "...the Negroes in the Island of Gambo...rebelled against their Masters...but were beaten into obedience...".
Complete as a single sheet issue, 7 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
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