#AP African American Studies: Maroon Communities & Resistance - The Night Before Review 🚀

Hey! Let's get you prepped and confident for your AP exam tomorrow. We're diving into Maroon communities, their resistance, and the key figures you need to know. Think of this as your ultimate cheat sheet, designed to make everything click. Let's go!

#Overview: Maroon Communities & Resistance

Maroon communities were self-liberated societies formed by formerly enslaved Africans. They represent a powerful form of resistance against slavery and colonialism. These communities weren't just about escaping; they were about building autonomous lives and cultures. Let's break it down:

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• What: Autonomous communities formed by self-emancipated Africans.
• Where: Remote areas across the African diaspora (Caribbean, Brazil, North America).
• Why: To evade capture and build free societies.
• When: Throughout the era of slavery, with varying lifespans.

#Key Characteristics:

• ⛰️ Remote Locations: Swamps, mountains, forests – places hard to reach.
• 🎭 Cultural Blends: Unique mix of African traditions, languages, and practices.
• 💪 Resilience: Overcame illness, scarcity, and constant threats.
• 🤝 Collective Identity: Strong sense of community and resistance to slavery.
• 🛠️ Diverse Skills: Warriors, craftspeople, farmers, healers – everyone played a role.

#Locations in North America:

• Great Dismal Swamp: Border of Virginia and North Carolina.
• Florida: Alliances with Seminole communities.
• Isolated Southern Regions: South Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana.

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• Palenques: Spanish colonies (Colombia, Cuba, Mexico).
• Quilombos: Brazil (Quilombo dos Palmares is the most famous).