The Age of Napoleon Podcast The Soul of a Free Man
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Mar 1, 2023 This podcast discusses the political developments in Haiti during the French and Haitian revolutions, explores the life and feats of Lubertour, delves into the rivalry between Deyduvie and Louvertour, recommends books about Toussaint-Louverture, examines the current conditions of Haiti, and reflects on previous episodes while promoting other podcasts.
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From Rich Colony To Revolutionary Ruin
- Haiti was the richest colony pre-revolution but slavery made life expectancy and conditions catastrophic for the majority.
- The 1791 slave uprising transformed a civil contest into a revolutionary war that toppled colonial power structures.
Uprising Becomes Organized Revolution
- The 1791 uprising escalated into an organized military and political movement freeing thousands and changing the balance of power.
- Toussaint Louverture rose from rebel commander to commander-in-chief of Republican forces by skill and alliance shifts.
Coachman Apprenticeship Shaped His Rise
- Louverture learned political and managerial skills serving as coachman to plantation manager François Bayon de Libertà.
- Coachmen acted as trusted fixers and intermediaries, giving him rare exposure to elite decision-making.