Haitian Revolution Part 1: Freedom and Slavery in Saint-Domingue
In the late 18th century, the French colony of Saint-Domingue was among the most profitable in the world. A highly stratified, caste-based society premised on the ruthless exploitation of slave labor, it would not be long before the contradictions inherent in the system would be laid bare for all to see.
Cover Image: Battle of Santo Domingo (also known as Battle of Palm Tree Hill) painting by Polish artist January Suchodolski, 1845.
Closing Theme: "Ogou Feray" by Racine Mapou de Azor
