The Haitian Revolution
Step One: Let's get an idea of what The Haitian Revolution is all about. Read the first paragraph of this paper to get some background information.
Step Two: What was life like in the French colony of St. Domingue?
The colony had the perfect climate to grow produce. Read the first five paragraphs of this website to learn about what kinds of produce were cultivated, as well as other important information about the formation of the colony.
There were many different classes of people living in St. Domingue. Read here to learn about the different groups. How many slaves were there compared to free people? How were the slaves treated?
The colony had the perfect climate to grow produce. Read the first five paragraphs of this website to learn about what kinds of produce were cultivated, as well as other important information about the formation of the colony.
There were many different classes of people living in St. Domingue. Read here to learn about the different groups. How many slaves were there compared to free people? How were the slaves treated?
Step Three: What led to revolution? People usually rebel for a reason, what caused these slaves to revolt?
Skim this source to understand what these slaves were going through.
Skim this source to understand what these slaves were going through.
Step Four: Which revolution inspired The Haitian Revolution? Click on the pictures below. Take notes on WHY this revolution was so inspiring.
Step Five: Learn about the revolution's leader: Toussaint L'Overture. Be sure to watch the video - it contains important information.
How was L'Overture different than other slaves? What helped make him a good leader?
Click on his picture to learn even more about him.
How was L'Overture different than other slaves? What helped make him a good leader?
Click on his picture to learn even more about him.
Step Six: What was the result of The Haitian Revolution? Click on the picture to find out.
Use this source and this source to clear up any last questions you still have about The Haitian Revolution. What happened to the revolution's leader L'Overture?
Use this source and this source to clear up any last questions you still have about The Haitian Revolution. What happened to the revolution's leader L'Overture?
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