The history of Haiti is one influenced by African culture and spirit and this is what makes it so important for black people across the world. Haiti has always been rich. The land has always been rich and their history even richer as we will learn through this post.
The history of Haiti is one influenced by African culture and spirit and this is what makes it so important for black people across the world. Haiti has always been rich. The land has always been rich and their history even richer as we will learn through this post.
The Citadelle Laferriere Fortress is a massive mountaintop fort in northern Haiti. It is one of the largest fortresses in the U.S.
The current situation in Haiti has roots in the historical struggle of the Haitian people, and is part of the endless retribution from imperial powers for its…
Sarah L. Fraser was one of the first black female doctors in America. Fraser was born on January 29, 1850. She was on of eight children to Rev. Loguen and wife Caroline. Fraser traveled with her father as he ministered through the country. She served as his secretary and studying German in her spare time. When her father died in 1872, she became ...
The socialist historian C. L. R. James was born 120 years ago today. His landmark text, The Black Jacobins, is a majestic account of the Haitian Revolution and is still the authoritative history of a heroic struggle for freedom and dignity.
“Get theses Puppets out of HAITI #FreeHaiti #B1 #Haiti”
A reading assignment about the further meaning of the American Revolution, focusing on the other revolutions that followed, such as Haiti and France. A great way to introduce the subject. The reading comes from a really great website, ushistory.org, under their free textbook tab. The information pre...
While in Haiti, one of the main attractions to visit is the Citadelle Laferriere which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982.
How a utopian vision of Black freedom and self-government was undone in a world still in thrall to slavery and racism
The Citadelle Laferrière, located on top of a mountain in northern Haiti, is one of the largest fortresses in the Americas. The Citadel was ...
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