Nanny of the Maroons was a leader of the Jamaican Maroons, a group of enslaved Africans who escaped plantations and formed independent communities in the 18th century. She is celebrated for her role in resisting British colonial forces and for her strategic skills in guerrilla warfare. Nanny is often regarded as a symbol of freedom and resilience in Jamaican history. Born in Africa, Nanny was brought to Jamaica as an enslaved person. She eventually escaped and became a key figure in the Maroon community at Cudjoe's Town. Her legacy continues to inspire movements for freedom and justice, and she is recognized as a national hero in Jamaica.