Struggles for Freedom: Haiti's Revolutionary Politics

This chapter examines the intricate political dynamics in the Caribbean during the French Revolution, particularly through the efforts of Toussaint Louverture. As slavery was abolished and challenges arose from competing colonial powers, Louverture's leadership is juxtaposed against the brutal actions of Dessalines amidst a backdrop of unfulfilled promises to the newly freed population. The narrative also highlights Napoleon's attempts to reassert control over Haiti, revealing the geopolitical and social tensions that shaped this critical era in history.