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Henry Christophe & the 1791 Haitian Revolution

Lectures in History

CHAPTER

Revolt and Resistance: The Haitian Revolution

This chapter explores the brutal realities of the slave trade and the high mortality rates among enslaved Africans, eventually leading to the 1791 revolt in Saint-Domingue. It highlights the organized efforts of people seeking freedom during the Haitian Revolution and the complex power struggles that ensued, particularly between Toussaint Louverture, Henri Christophe, and Napoleon Bonaparte. The narrative culminates in the decisive Battle of Vertières and emphasizes the need for collective remembrance of the struggles faced by freedom fighters.

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