Haitian Revolution

The Begining

Jan 12, 1516

In the 1500s, the Spaniards began to settle the eastern part of the Hispaniola, where they began sugar production in 1516. They introduced slavery at about the same time. Which led people to have slaves.

This Means War

Aug 16, 1791

On Aug. 16, 1791, some enslaved men began setting fire to an estate. Eventually, they told the masters about the plan to rebel and the people leading it. Many of the planters who are warned of the rebellion didn’t want to believe it.

First End

Mar 12, 1794

The first end of slavery was in 1794. It did not get rid of all slavery. This is because the french was not defeated yet. Not a lot of slaves were set free.

Costitution

Jul 8, 1801

Haiti drafted its first constitution in 1801. This constitution made the military leader, Toussaint, governor for life. This all occurred on July 8.

Toussaint L’Ouverture

Apr 7, 1803

Toussaint L’Ouverture died in Fort de Joux prison on April 7, 1803. He was so important because his military and political men saved the gains of the first Black insurrection in November 1791. He was born in 1743.

French Defeated

Apr 16, 1803

The French tried to reassert themselves in Saint- Domingue. L’Ouverture’s former forces were led by Dessalines.The French were finally defeated in 1803.

Free Country

Jan 1, 1804

Jean-Jacques Dessalines declares Haiti a free country. This happened on January 1. This was a big moment for Haiti because they didn’t have to listen to anyone but the slave owners.

Haiti split

Apr 12, 1807

Haiti split into the Republic of Haiti and the State of Haiti, divided between North and South. This all following a significant battle. This was a very important part of history to them. A few cities that are in south Haiti are Cavaellon, Les Cayes, and Maniche.

Second End

Apr 27, 1848

Slavery was completely ended on April 27, 1848. All the slaves were set free. Which means they can do whatever they wanted. The white weren’t in control of them.

U.S. Occupy Haiti

Period: Apr 13, 1915 to Apr 14, 1934

Following a period of significant unrest, U.S. troops occupy Haiti. The United States remained in control of Haiti. This all ended 19 years later in 1934.