Haiti History 101
Who created the Haitian gourde?
The Haitian gourde was officially established by King Henri Christophe
What is the real name of Toussaint Louverture?
Toussaint Louverture was born François-Dominique Toussaint Bréda. “Louverture” (meaning “the opening”) became his revolutionary name.
What year was the Haitian gourde created?
The modern Haitian gourde was introduced in 1813 under Alexandre Pétion.
Who sewed the flag that represented independence?
Catherine Flon is celebrated as the woman who sewed the first Haitian flag after Jean-Jacques Dessalines removed the white section from the French tricolor.
What’s the name of the town where Dessalines declared Haiti’s independence?
Independence was declared in Gonaïves on January 1, 1804.
When is Dessalines’ birthday?
Jean-Jacques Dessalines was born on September 20, 1758.
Where did the Congress take place to plan the revolution?
Bois Caïman. One of the most symbolic gatherings connected to the uprising took place at Bois Caïman in August 1791.
This spiritual and political ceremony is widely remembered as the launching point of the revolution.
What’s the name of Haiti’s first empress?
Haiti’s first empress was Marie-Claire Heureuse Félicité, wife of Jean-Jacques Dessalines.
She is remembered for her compassion, charity, and care for the poor and wounded after the revolution.
When was the Haitian Constitution created?
Haiti’s first constitution after independence was created in 1805 under Emperor Jean-Jacques Dessalines.
Who was the first Haitian Commissioner of Miami-Dade?
Jean Monestime