Nat Turner, a preacher and enslaved person, became a pivotal figure in American history due to his role in the 1831 revolt against the institution of slavery. On August 21, 1831, Turner led a rebellion in Southampton County, Virginia, which aimed to liberate enslaved people from their oppressors. Believing he was guided by divine signs, Turner gathered a group of 40 to 50 supporters who engaged in a violent uprising against white plantation owners, resulting in the deaths of approximately 55 men, women, and children. Turner's actions were fueled by a profound sense of purpose, as he had experienced visions believed to be messages from God compelling him to fight against oppression.
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