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South Carolina slave code of 1740

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A restrictive slave code passed by the British province of South Carolina in 1740 in response to the Stono Rebellion, representing an effect of the rebellion inspired by Spanish Florida's asylum policy.

AP course connection

Topic 2.11: 2.11 The Stono Rebellion and Fort Mose

Unit 2

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