The Courageous Act of the Igbo Ancestors: Choosing Death Over Bondage 🌊💔
By Jude Obuseh In 1803, amidst the tumultuous waters of the Atlantic Ocean, a profound act of defiance unfolded, highlighting the indomitable spirit of the Igbo people in the face of slavery. Seventy-five courageous souls made a harrowing choice: they opted to embrace death over the chains of bondage, symbolizing their unwavering commitment to freedom and dignity. The Igbo, renowned for their rebellious nature, refused to submit to the shackles of enslavement. Stories of their defiance and resistance echoed through history, as they fiercely resisted their captors and sought liberation at any cost. In 1803, their resolve was put to the ultimate test when they were to be transported to a brutal rice plantation, known for its harsh labor conditions. As they were confined below the deck of a new slave ship, the Igbo captives remained steadfast in their resistance, their voices rising in defiance against their oppressors. Despite attempts to silence them, they united in a p...