Pompey Rolle
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Pompey Rolle was an enslaved man who led a significant revolt in Exuma in 1830, marking one of the first documented acts of resistance against slavery in The Bahamas. His defiance against orders to relocate enslaved people is now celebrated as a pivotal moment in the fight for freedom, and he has been posthumously named a National Hero of the Bahamas.
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Pompey Rolle led an 1830 slave revolt on Exuma.
Bahamas honours 500 citizens, including Pompey Rolle who led 1830 slave revoltThe Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903·
Bahamas· 2025-10-16
Bahamas· 2025-10-16
Pompey Rolle is recognized as a National Hero for leading a revolt in Exuma nearly 200 years ago.
Pompey Rolle heads list of over 200 Bahamians recognised in this year’s Independence HonoursThe Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903·Bahamas· 2025-07-11
Bahamas· 2025-07-11
