A House Divided: Denmark Vessey's Rebellion

Story of Denmark Vesey, who was raised as a slave but bought his freedom. He organized a plot to seize the city and free the black slaves, but this failed and he and others were hanged. Set in Charleston in 1822.

Release Date

February 17, 1982

Status

Released

Original Title

A House Divided: Denmark Vessey's Rebellion

Runtime

1h 30min

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