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Outbreak of the Rebellion
- When
- August 21–23, 1831
- Where
- Southampton County, Virginia
Nat Turner and his inner circle finalized plans on August 21, 1831, leading to a deadly slave rebellion in Southampton County, Virginia.
On August 21, 1831, Turner joined six men for a meal to finalize plans. The rebellion resulted in the deaths of approximately 55 to 60 White residents. Turner led his men toward Jerusalem, the county seat, hoping to find more weapons and ammunition.
Sources
- Southampton County, Virginia Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
- Nat Turner Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
- Nat Turner's Rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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