Paul Bogle was a Jamaican national hero known for his role in the Morant Bay Rebellion of 1865. Born in 1822, he was a Baptist deacon and a leader in his community, advocating for the rights of the poor and disenfranchised. Bogle's activism was driven by the social injustices faced by the black population in Jamaica during British colonial rule. The Morant Bay Rebellion was a significant uprising against oppressive conditions, sparked by a local court's unfair treatment of a black man. Bogle led a march to the courthouse, which escalated into a larger revolt. His efforts ultimately led to his execution, but he is remembered for his courage and commitment to social justice in Jamaica.