When was chief Tacky born?

Chief Tacky, also known as Tacky the Maroon, was born around 1730 in Jamaica. He is best known for leading a significant slave rebellion in 1760, known as Tacky’s Revolt, which was one of the most notable uprisings during the period of slavery in the Caribbean. His actions were a response to the brutal conditions faced by enslaved Africans and are remembered as a symbol of resistance.