Haitian Revolution Flashcards
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What were the pre-revolutionary conditions in Saint-Domingue?
Colonial Exploitation: Saint-Domingue was France’s most valuable colony.
Social Hierarchies: Rigid class system with white planters, free people of color, and enslaved Africans.
Harsh Slave System: Brutal treatment of slaves on plantations.
French Revolution Influence: Ideas of liberty and equality inspired enslaved and free black populations.
What were the main causes of the Haitian Revolution?
Inspiration from the French Revolution: Ideals of equality and liberty.
Oppressive Slavery: Harsh conditions and brutal treatment.
Economic Inequality: Wealth concentrated among white planters.
Racial Discrimination: Restrictions on free blacks despite their economic contributions.
What were the key events during the course of the Haitian Revolution?
1791: Slave revolt led by Toussaint Louverture begins.
1794: French government abolishes slavery to gain support.
1802: Napoleon attempts to reestablish slavery; Louverture is captured.
1804: Jean-Jacques Dessalines declares Haiti independent.
Who were the key personalities in the Haitian Revolution and their roles?
Toussaint Louverture: Military leader and strategist who led the initial revolt.
Jean-Jacques Dessalines: Declared Haitian independence and became the first emperor.
Henri Christophe: Key military leader and later king of northern Haiti.
Dutty Boukman: Religious leader who inspired the initial revolt.
What were the effects of the Haitian Revolution on Haiti and the Caribbean?
First independent black republic.
Abolition of slavery.
Economic instability due to international isolation.
What were the effects of the Haitian Revolution on Haiti and the Caribbean?
Haiti:
First independent black republic.
Abolition of slavery.
Economic instability due to international isolation.
Caribbean:
Inspired other slave revolts.
Fear among colonial powers.
Economic disruptions.
