Jamaican Maroons

Jamaican Maroons are descendants of escaped enslaved Africans who established independent, self-sufficient communities in the rugged mountainous regions of Jamaica during the 17th and 18th centuries. They resisted slavery and British control through guerrilla warfare and maintained their cultural traditions, including language, music, and spiritual practices. Maroons negotiated treaties with the British government, securing recognition of their autonomy and land rights. Today, they are celebrated for their history of resistance, resilience, and contributions to Jamaican culture.