Haitian Revolution Timeline

(1791 - 1804)

The Haitian Revolution was a pivotal event in the history of the Caribbean and the Americas. It was the first successful slave uprising that resulted in the independence of a nation. This timeline highlights key moments and significant figures of the revolution. More Less

Background and Causes

1700 - 1799

1775 - 1783

1789 - 1799

Aug 22, 1791

Revolutionary Uprisings and Leadership

May 20, 1794

Jun 7, 1802

Oct 6, 1804

Mar 28, 1811

Major Battles and Conflicts

Mar 4, 1802 - Apr 24, 1802

Mar 22, 1802 - Mar 23, 1802

Nov 18, 1803

Feb 6, 1806

Independence and Legacy

Jan 1, 1804

Jan 1, 1804

1825 - 1838

Key Facts

  1. The revolution began with a slave revolt in 1791 led by Toussaint L'Ouverture.
  2. Toussaint L'Ouverture emerged as a prominent leader and effectively organized the rebel forces.
  3. In 1804, Haiti declared its independence from France, becoming the first independent black republic in the world.
  4. The revolution had a profound impact on the abolitionist movement and inspired enslaved people across the Americas to fight for their freedom.
  5. The Haitian Revolution challenged the prevailing notions of racial hierarchy and colonial power dynamics.

Source

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