FEATURED HERO
Honoring the heroes who forged a nation, defended liberty, and gave Ayiti a legacy the world will never forget.
January FEATURE
“Liberte ou la Mort.”
Founder of Haiti and Commander-in-Chief of the revolutionary army, Jean-Jacques Dessalines led the decisive campaign that defeated Napoleon’s forces and secured Haiti’s independence.
On January 1, 1804, Dessalines proclaimed Haiti independent in Gonaïves, giving birth to the first free Black republic and one of the greatest victories for human freedom in world history.
HISTORICAL TIMELINE
Born
The future founder of Haiti is born in Saint-Domingue.
Revolution Begins
The fight against slavery and colonial rule begins.
Vertières
Haitian forces defeat the French at the Battle of Vertières.
Independence
Dessalines declares Haiti independent on January 1.
DID YOU KNOW?
Haiti’s independence proved that enslaved people could defeat empire, destroy slavery, and build a sovereign nation. The Haitian Revolution remains one of the most powerful victories for freedom in human history.
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