Obstacles and Allies: Saunthonax and Raimand

Toussaint faces Commissioner Saunthonax, a symbol of black liberation, who refuses to leave Santo Domingo. Armed revolts erupt, with some insurgents chanting for Saunthonax, while Toussaint gains an ally in Commissioner Julian Raimand. The chapter also explores the threat and opportunity of the French Revolution and upcoming elections for the legislative councils of the directory.