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5 fast facts about the Haitian Revolution

The Haitian Revolution began on August 22, 1791.

Toussaint Louverture emerged as the most prominent general of the insurrection.

Haiti became the first independent black-led nation in the world in 1804.

The revolution deeply impacted the institution of slavery throughout the Americas.

The U.S. did not recognize Haiti's independence until 1862.


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