July 11, 2023 admin-ac

The Duvalier Dictatorship: A Dark Period in Haiti’s Modern History

From 1957 to 1986, Haiti was ruled by a brutal and repressive dictatorship under the leadership of the Duvalier family. The regime, which was led by Francois Duvalier (also known as “Papa Doc”) and later by his son, Jean-Claude Duvalier (also known as “Baby Doc”), was marked by political repression, human rights abuses, and economic […]

July 11, 2023 Vodou admin-ac

The Significance of Vodou in Haiti’s History and Culture

Vodou, also known as Voodoo, is a religion that has played a significant role in Haiti’s history and culture. Despite being misunderstood and demonized by outsiders, Vodou is a deeply spiritual and complex religion that has helped Haitians cope with the challenges of slavery, colonialism, and poverty. The Origins of Vodou Vodou has its roots […]

July 11, 2023 admin-ac

Haiti’s Relationship with the United States: A History of Tension and Intervention

The relationship between Haiti and the United States has been marked by a long history of tension, conflict, and intervention. The US has played a significant role in shaping Haiti’s political and economic development, often with negative consequences for the Haitian people. From the early 20th century to the present day, Haiti’s relationship with the […]

July 11, 2023 French Colonization | Haiti admin-ac

The Impact of French Colonization on Haiti’s Economy and Society

The French colonization of Haiti, then known as Saint-Domingue, began in the 17th century and lasted until the Haitian Revolution in the early 19th century. During this period, the French established a highly profitable plantation economy based on the forced labor of enslaved Africans, and created a rigid social hierarchy that perpetuated racial and class […]

July 11, 2023 Jean-Jacques Dessalines admin-ac

Jean-Jacques Dessalines: The Man Who Completed Haiti’s Revolution

Jean-Jacques Dessalines was a key figure in the Haitian Revolution, which began in 1791 and ended with Haiti’s independence in 1804. As a military leader and strategist, Dessalines played a crucial role in the final years of the revolution, and he is often credited with completing the struggle for Haitian independence. Dessalines was born into […]

July 11, 2023 Colonialism | Haiti | Slave Trade admin-ac

Understanding Haiti’s Slave Trade: The Dark Roots of Colonialism

The history of Haiti is deeply intertwined with the history of slavery and colonialism. From the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492 to the Haitian Revolution in 1804, Haiti was shaped by centuries of exploitation, violence, and oppression. Understanding the history of Haiti’s slave trade is key to understanding the country’s current political and economic […]

July 11, 2023 Haiti | Toussaint Louverture | travel blog | travelling admin-ac

The Legacy of Toussaint Louverture: The Father of Haiti

Toussaint Louverture was a Haitian revolutionary leader who played a pivotal role in the Haitian Revolution. Born into slavery, Toussaint rose to become a self-taught military strategist and the leader of the revolution. He is remembered today as the “Father of Haiti” and his legacy is celebrated as a symbol of hope and inspiration for […]

July 11, 2023 Haiti | Henri Christophe | Jean-Jacques Dessalines | Toussaint Louverture admin-ac

The Haitian Revolution: A Story of Freedom and Resilience 

In the late 18th century, the French colony of Saint-Domingue, now known as Haiti, was the wealthiest and most productive colony in the world. However, the colony’s success was built on the backs of enslaved Africans who worked in the brutal sugar plantations. In 1791, a group of enslaved people led by Toussaint Louverture, Jean-Jacques […]