JOURNAL ARTICLE

Un-Silencing Historical Maroon Societies in the United States.

  • Published In: Reviews in American History, 2025, v. 53, n. 1. P. 7 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sayers, Daniel O. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the historical Maroon societies in the United States, focusing on the Great Dismal Swamp. It highlights the challenges of documenting and recognizing the lives of Maroons and Indigenous Americans in the pre-internet era, emphasizing the importance of historical records and archaeological evidence in uncovering their stories. The text reviews recent scholarly works by J. Brent Morris and Marcus P. Nevius, which shed light on the complex social, cultural, and economic dynamics of Maroon communities in the swamp. It calls for increased research and awareness of Maroons in the U.S., recognizing their significant contributions to resistance, freedom, and social transformation. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Reviews in American History. 2025/03, Vol. 53, Issue 1, p7
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0048-7511
  • DOI:10.1353/rah.2025.a955272
  • Accession Number:184131824
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