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The Haitian flag is devised
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Haiti's Independence
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Civil War
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France recognizes Haiti's independence
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The United States finally grants Haiti diplomatic recognition
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Hundreds of human rights workers, journalists and lawyers are arrested and exiled from the country.
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Massive anti-Government demonstrations continue to take place around the country.
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A new Constitution is approved by the population in March.
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Military controlled elections - widely abstained from - result in the installation of Leslie Manigat as President in January.
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In June Haiti hosts the annual OAS General Assembly at Montrouis.
