We often hear how the British Empire conquered the world. We hear far less about those who resisted. And even less about those who won.

This is the story of Nanny of the Maroons: a woman who escaped slavery, led others to freedom, and fought her enslavers for years. From the Jamaican mountains, she outwitted the most powerful empire in history and built a community that refused to be conquered. Find out more about this warrior, leader, and legend!

Visuals made by Karina Grens
Music credits: Classic Accents on Hooksounds & African Whistle, Surprising Media on Pixabay#NannyoftheMaroons #Maroons #Nanny #British #colonizers #Jamaica #QueenNanny #NannyGranny #revolutionary