The Haitian Curse: The Price of Freedom (Part 3)

About this episode

This episode explores Haiti's transition from independence to isolation and the impact of debt on its economy and politics.

We trace Haiti’s leap from independence to isolation, from a flag raised in 1804 to a century of debt that reshaped its economy and politics. We grapple with the 1804 massacres, the split between Christophe and Pétion, and France’s ransom that turned victory into a warning. Have feedback? Send us a Text and Interact with us! Support the show Twitter: ⁠@HistoryHelix⁠ BlueSky: @historyhelix.bsky.social Facebook:⁠https://www.facebook.com/Doublehelixhistory ⁠Instagram: ⁠History_Helix⁠ Email: D...

People in this episode

Host: Paul De La Rosa

Topics covered

• Haitian history
• independence
• debt
• politics
• colonialism
• economy

Keywords

• Haiti
• independence
• debt
• 1804
• Christophe
• Pétion
• France
• economy
• politics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: France

Places: Haiti

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