Record #:

21472

Author(s):

Kay, Marvin L. Michael; Cary, Lorin Lee

Abstract:

This article examines the 30 years prior to the American Revolution for patterns regarding runaway slaves attempts and their success. Historical records indicated several interesting trends including the smaller number of escape attempts when compared to surrounding colonies, the increase in attempts when African-born slaves were involved, and the increased success rate when American-born slaves attempted escape.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 63 Issue 1, Jan 1986, p1-39 , il, map, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Slavery--Runaways