1566–1865: Analysis of the timing of rebellions reveals that the majority, approximately 62.8 percent, occurred while vessels were still anchored on the Afri…

1566–1865: Analysis of the timing of rebellions reveals that the majority, approximately 62.8 percent, occurred while vessels were still anchored on the African coast taking more captives aboard. Another 12.8 percent took place within the first week after the ship had taken its last captives aboard and began the Middle Passage. While the raw number of revolts was highest at the coast, the weekly rate of rebellion remained remarkably consistent throughout the entire time captives were held on board. This data indicates that the threat of insurrection was a constant and pressing reality for crews at every stage of the maritime journey.