Lesson 57 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Haitian Revolution
The Haitian Revolution was a successful fight for freedom that took place from 1791 to 1804 in the French colony of Saint-Domingue, which is now Haiti.
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Then & Now
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The Haitian Revolution was a successful fight for freedom that took place from 1791 to 1804 in the French colony of Saint-Domingue, which is now Haiti. Enslaved people, led by leaders like Toussaint Louverture, rose up against the French to end slavery and gain independence. This revolution was important because it made Haiti the first black-led republic and the first independent nation in Latin America.
Key Facts
Haiti was the first country to end slavery through a revolution.
Toussaint Louverture was a key leader in the Haitian Revolution.
The revolution lasted from 1791 until Haiti's independence in 1804.
Check Your Understanding
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1 of 2What was the main goal of the Haitian Revolution?
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