Revolution Haitienne ( 1791-1804 ) Flashcards
What was the time period of the Haitian Revolution?
1791 - 1804
What document influenced the ideas of equality during the Haitian Revolution?
La déclaration de l’Homme (France)
Who did the declaration primarily address?
It was aimed at Whites, serving as a standard for Europeans.
What was significant about the Haitian Revolution regarding human rights?
It was the first time that the rights of individuals were universalized to include racially marginalized people.
What was Haiti’s status before the revolution?
It was a French colony.
What were the main products of Haitian plantations?
Sugar and coffee.
What percentage of the Haitian population was enslaved before the revolution?
85% of the population.
What portion of the enslaved population was born on the African continent?
Two-thirds.
What characterized the social hierarchy in Haiti before the revolution?
A solid hierarchy existed with different classes including petits blancs, grands blancs, and free people of color.
Who were the grands blancs?
They were the bourgeoisie and nobles who owned plantations.
Who were the petits blancs?
They were the lower class whites, including laborers and functionaries.
What was the status of free people of color in Haiti?
They were former slaves who were free.
