who started those nyc fires in 1741?

Greetings, good gentlefolk! Gather 'round as we delve into a most perplexing mystery from the annals of New York City’s storied past! On Halloween eve, Wednesday, October 30th, from half past six to eight o'clock, join us for a thrilling virtual event hosted by Blackfoot Prints NYC.

Step back in time to the year of our Lord 1741, a time rife with intrigue, suspicion, and scandal! A series of devastating fires swept through the city, causing much destruction and panic among the townsfolk. Whispers of conspiracy filled the air as fingers were pointed at various groups—enslaved persons, discontented laborers, and even those of high society. The flames of suspicion burned hot as the colony's leaders sought to assign blame, leading to a wave of arrests, trials, and even executions.

But hark! Can you solve the riddle of who truly ignited these infernos? Join us in a game of wits, akin to the classic "Clue," and meets "Mafia" where anything goes and the truth is shrouded in layers of deception. Participants shall engage in a lively challenge, piecing together clues and unraveling the tangled web of conspiracy that gripped New York in that fateful year.

And lo, what treasure awaits the keenest of minds? A prize of $100 shall be bestowed upon the participant who unravels this historical enigma!

• Event Details:
  - Date: Wednesday, October 30
  - Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  - Location: Virtual (Zoom link to be provided)
  - Requirements: A device with a camera to participate—come prepared to immerse thyself in this gruesome tale!
• Content Warning: Pray, take heed, for the content shared may be most violent and gruesome; discretion is strongly advised for all participants.
  

So, dust off thy thinking caps and prepare for an evening of mystery and mayhem. Show up sharp, for this is an event not to be missed! Will you solve the mystery of the 1741 fires, or shall it remain forever shrouded in the smoke of history? Join us and find out!

This event and mystery is actually based on true events that took place in NYC back in 1741.

The fires in New York City in 1741 were part of a series of events that created a climate of fear and suspicion, ultimately leading to accusations against various groups. The main groups suspected of involvement in starting the fires included:

1. Enslaved People: Many enslaved individuals were blamed for the fires, particularly because they were seen as potential instigators of rebellion against their kidnappers who called themselves masters. The fear of the enslave revolting was heightened during this period, and the authorities were quick to jump to conclusions.

2. Poor White Laborers: Some members of the lower classes, including poor white laborers, were also suspected. Economic tensions and competition for jobs often made these groups scapegoats during times of crisis.

3. The Spanish: There were rumors that the Spanish, who had interests in the Caribbean and were often viewed with suspicion, were somehow involved in inciting unrest in New York City. This suspicion was fueled by the geopolitical tensions of the time. There protest of being free permitted them the privledge of tesifying during the trials.

4. Members of the Local Elite: Some conspiracy theories even suggested that wealthy landowners or merchants might have been involved, either to further their own interests or to create chaos that would benefit them.