A Rumor of Revolt

In the book a Rumor of Revolt by T.J. Davis a conspiracy is discussed greatly. The trials, convictions, and execution of 30 slaves and 4 whites in New York City in 1741 happened because several judges believed there was a conspiracy to burn the city and kill all of its white residents. Throughout the book the judges use this conspiracy to create fear throughout the city. They bend rules and the definition of evidence to make their conspiracy a reality. But there are other reasons behind the conspiracy, which include political, religious and economical reasons. The fear of slaves rebelling, Catholicism and the burden of an economic depression led to a rumor of revolt.
A rumor of revolt began when in 1712 slaves in Manhattan, New York set fires, robbed and murdered several white people. People in New York City became very concerned. Intimidated by the large amount of slaves, one out of every 5 people was black, the Americans began to fear greatly a revolt......

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Title: Rumor Of Revolt
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