The Revolution may
have contributed to the end of
slavery in other areas, including Chile, Argentina, and Britain’s Caribbean
colonies, in the early 1800s. Many Haitian leaders invited anyone escaping
slavery to take refuge in Haiti. Haiti also gave support and inspiration to
people in Latin America fighting against colonialism.
Examine
the chart to the left. You’ll notice that Haiti was the first nation in the
Caribbean to win independence, and the first nation to abolish slavery.
The success of the Revolution forced racist
Europeans and Americans to reevaluate their vision of a world dominated by
white nations. In later years, observers would come to see Haiti as the first
nation in the movement against European colonizers in Latin America, Asia, and
Africa.
“I can speak of...[Haiti]...not only words of
admiration, but words of gratitude as well. She has grandly served the cause of
universal human liberty. We should not forget that the freedom you and I enjoy
to-day; that the freedom that eight hundred thousand colored people enjoy in
the
British West Indies; the freedom that has come to the colored race
the world
over, is largely due to the brave stand taken by the black sons of Haiti ninety
years ago.... [S]triking for their freedom, they struck for the freedom of
every black man in the world.... She has taught the world the danger of slavery
and the value of liberty. In this respect she has been the greatest of all our
modern teachers.”
—Frederick Douglass, U.S. statesman and former slave, January 2, 1893
Questions to Consider:
—Frederick Douglass, U.S. statesman and former slave, January 2, 1893
Questions to Consider:
- Answer as a comment on the blog.
- Have a separate comment for each question.
- Clearly state the question # and your name (and your partner's name if applicable.)
- Comment on the posts of at least two others.
- How important is inspiration in a long struggle? Explain why it is important to have examples and inspiration in a difficult fight. (Honors extension: Did the people of Haiti have inspiration for their fight? Explain your answer.)
- Do you believe that the world owes something to Haiti for teaching the world about “the danger of slavery and the value of liberty”? Is this debt different from the debt the French might owe? How might the world repay the debt that Douglass speaks of?
1. Inspiration is an important part in a long struggle because it gives us hope and faith not to give up on what we are fighting for. Its important because without inspiration or a desire to keep fighting people will assume that there is no point in fighting and want to give up, but if they give up we as a community we are now wouldn't be where we stand.The people of Haiti did have inspiration when fighting because they kept their head up high even when the fight got tough they didn't just stop fighting they all fought to the end hard and proud of their sacrifices
ReplyDeleteI agree because there is also the thinking of that if we do not take a stand now who will. Inspiration is vital because we need to keep in mind what is at stake for the people and what must be obtained.
Delete2. I believe that we owe Haiti for the sacrifices that they had to make during the time of slavery. I do think we owe Haiti something for teaching the world about "the danger of slavery and the value of liberty" The debt of Haiti is different from the debt of the French because is was the french fault that Haiti became what it is today and because of the slavery and scares that France left on the colony that is used to be. The world can repay the debt that Douglass speaks of by celebrating a day for all slaves and honoring the sacrifices they did for the world we live in today.
ReplyDelete1. it is very important because inspiration brings hope and hope keeps people going. Jackie and Timara
ReplyDelete1. Inspiration is important to a long struggle because it provides faith and determination to succeed at getting what they truly want. freedom.
ReplyDeleteJonnae & Taina
Delete2. Yes because Haiti was the first nation to gain its independence and abolishing slavery. That made other countries realize that its possible to win a fight that you believe in . Jackie and Timara
ReplyDelete1. It is an important part in a long struggle because it gives us hope and faith not to give up on what we are fighting for. Its important because without an inspiration to keep fighting people will assume that there is no point in fighting and give up, but if they give up we as a whole come together we can change where we stand -
ReplyDeleteIyana And Xavier
1. It is important because everyone needs inspiration and everyone can use some here and there. It is what motivates and gets people going.
ReplyDeleteArmany & Andrue
Delete1. Inspiration is always an important thing to have in a time of "long struggle". If not people would most likely have given up after quite a while. Inspiration is what drives you in your fight. - Zyderrious and Selena
ReplyDeleteAngel
ReplyDelete1. Because you have to be inspired and confident that you will succeed.
2. Yes because he says Haiti taught the world something and that Haiti actually faught for all the blacks in the world making sure they would see freedom.
1- It's very important because you need something to keep you motivated and to believe in yourself that one day you will get what you want to accomplish.
ReplyDeleteJuan V. & Nina M.
France should not give any money back to the Haitians although they could use some for foreign aid. That could include things like building schools as education is the greatest power of all and can not be abused the same way as money.
ReplyDelete-Christopher and Evandro
2. i dont belive that the nations should owe hati beause it was an example of slavery going bad. Edwinand yasmira
ReplyDeleteAngel
ReplyDelete1. Because you have to be inspired and confident that you will succeed.
2. Yes because he says Haiti taught the world something and that Haiti actually faught for all the blacks in the world making sure they would see freedom.
Angel
ReplyDelete1. Because you have to be inspired and confident that you will succeed.
2. Yes because he says Haiti taught the world something and that Haiti actually faught for all the blacks in the world making sure they would see freedom.
2.No the world doesn't owe Haiti anything... Just because Haiti failed to realize the danger of slavery and the value of liberty doesn't mean we owe them. All that matters is that we've notice what they did wrong and avoided it. - Zyderrious and Selena
ReplyDelete1. Inspiration is important and a struggle because it keeps you motivated. We need inspiration because it motivates us to be better and to peruse our goals and beliefs. Having examples is evidence that you can achieve your goals. Elvin and Cristina Monteiro
ReplyDeleteInspiration in a long struggle is important because it can be another way to become better then what you were. Built a better life style with positive future.
ReplyDeleteIvy S.
2- Yes, we believe that we owe to Haiti because it has taught a big lesson for the world, if we believe in something you have to fight for it and not only for yourself but others.
ReplyDeleteNina M. & Juan V.
I agree with you guys because without the strength and perseverance Haiti had then no country would have a clear understanding of what it means to stand for your own beliefs.
Deletehaving inspiration in a fight is tough, but they Haitians did since they wanted freedom from the French. Toussaint L'ouverture was their inspiration as he fought alongside his people.
ReplyDelete1. it gives us hope and faith not to give up on what we are fighting for.
ReplyDelete2. Yes. Because Haiti was the first nation in the Caribbean to win independence, and the first nation to abolish slavery.