On October 7, 1865, a local black man named Paul Bogle led a group of protesters to the

courthouse in the town of Morant Bay to present their grievances. The protesters demanded
justice and better treatment from the authorities. However, the authorities refused to hear their
concerns, and tensions escalated.

As the confrontation intensified, the authorities arrested Bogle and several other leaders, further
angering the protesters. In response, a group of protesters attacked the courthouse, setting it on
fire and Eyre managed to escape.

Paul Bogle was captured by the authorities after the rebellion was suppressed. He was arrested
and later executed on October 24, 1865, in Morant Bay. His execution and the brutal
suppression of the rebellion had a lasting impact on the people of Jamaica and fueled further
discontent and resistance against the colonial authorities.

During the time of the rebellion, George William Gordon was a member of the Jamaica House of
Assembly and an advocate for the rights of the black population. He actively campaigned
against the oppressive colonial system and fought for social and economic justice for all
Jamaicans.

When the unrest began in Morant Bay, Gordon traveled to the area to investigate the grievances
of the local population and provide assistance. However, he was arrested by the colonial
authorities on October 11, 1865, and accused of inciting rebellion.

Gordon was put on trial for his alleged involvement in the rebellion. The trial was marked by
irregularities and lack of due process. Despite his passionate defense and plea for justice, he
was found guilty and sentenced to death.

On October 23, 1865, George William Gordon was executed by hanging in Morant Bay.