1794: In the Southern province, the decree of abolition was implemented by informing the enslaved they were free but would be compelled to enlist in black re…

1794: In the Southern province, the decree of abolition was implemented by informing the enslaved they were free but would be compelled to enlist in black regiments if they left those who had claimed to own them. Reports indicated that the rigid military discipline of these units led many to remain on their plantations and request no change in their condition.