The Mob that Forced the Governor | America Before the Revolution

In this immersive episode of America Before the Revolution, step into the dramatic story of Nathaniel Bacon’s rebellion—a clash of power, corruption, and defiance that nearly tore the colony apart.

Bacon marched on Jamestown with armed followers, demanding answers from Governor Berkeley. High taxes, election fraud, and unchecked corruption fueled his fury. But when Bacon pushed for permission to fight native attacks, the confrontation spiraled into a dangerous standoff that threatened the colony’s survival.

This is a story of betrayal, rebellion, and the fight for power that planted early seeds of revolution.

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🕰️ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction to Bacon’s Rebellion

00:17 – The Rebellion Ignites

01:53 – Bacon Captured, Then Released

04:07 – New Assembly and Native Attacks

06:03 – Bacon’s Second Rebellion Begins

10:22 – Bacon’s Laws and Rising Tensions

16:06 – Governor Berkeley Strikes Back

18:51 – Bacon’s Rise to Power

19:25 – Closing + Next Episode Teaser

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