Tula
Leader of Curaçao Slave Revolt of 1795 · Netherlands · On the map
Tula, also known as Tula Rigaud, was an African man enslaved on the island of Curaçao, in the Dutch West Indies, who liberated himself and led the Curaçao Slave Revolt of 1795. The revolt, which began on 17 August 1795, lasted for more than a month. He was executed on 3 October 1795.
Tula is read about 47 times a day, in 5 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 17 August 2026
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About this person
He is revered on Curaçao today as a fighter for human rights and independence.
Country
Netherlands
Status
Deceased
Dates
Died 1795