Henry Christophe & the 1791 Haitian Revolution

In this engaging discussion, Yale University professor Marlene Daut dives into the life of Henri Christophe, a former enslaved person who rose to become the king of Haiti. She explores the brutal realities leading up to the 1791 revolution and the complex power dynamics involving figures like Toussaint Louverture and Napoleon Bonaparte. Daut highlights Christophe's efforts to legitimize black sovereignty and his architectural triumphs, alongside the cultural tensions surrounding religion and independence that continue to shape Haiti's identity.