French and Haitian Revolution Comparisons

It was during the late half of the eighteenth century that would experience a series of turbulence across the Atlantic World. In a time that can be called an era of revolution, the Atlantic World faced a multitude of uprisings. The American Revolution in 1765 would be the start of the age of revolutions, and would later inspire the revolutions of other countries across the Atlantic, such as the French Revolution in 1789, the Haitian Revolution in 1791, and later the Latin American Revolutions during the early nineteenth century. The events of these revolutions created shockwaves across the Atlantic that would bring new developments that had a lasting impact on the world. However, since slavery was an integral part to what had transpired in

The Haitian Revolution is recorded as the only known completely successful slave revolt in world history. Taking place from 1791 to 1804, the rebellion ended slavery in Saint Domingue, and rebirthed the area into the Republic of Haiti. The Revolution carried effects on a grand scale. Globally, other countries began to become fearful due to the rebellions, and this rage was voiced by citizens around the world. The French government’s political role in the lives of Haitians during the rebellion was expressed in numerous governing documents. The social impact of the revolution can be seen through the perspectives of slaves during the time period.

The success and vigorous pursuit of freedom from oppression in the French Revolution inspired the Haitians to believe that they were capable of doing the same; the Haitians, being treated like animals, wanted their inherent rights. The overbearing French governing body had collapsed and the Third Estate was likely to receive a brighter future. The Haitians were still locked down as property and animals, but they craved to have the inherent rights that all men are privileged to. The French got their rights while the Haitians did not; this was quite the volatile scenario ready to fall off the self and spark revolution.

The court will be hearing the case of the Republic of Haiti versus the French Republic. The mannor of the case will be concerning the Independence debt of 1825 in which the French Republic issued a tax amount of 90 million gold Francs in the year 1825 due to the Republic of Haiti 's desire to leave the French Empire. The French Republic calculated the amount after the former slave owners totalled the loss after the former slaves revolted. The new Haitian people were predispositioned to be impecunious and inexperienced in dealing with intricacies and manipulative nature of the European political

Besides slave uprising, another stimuli for the Haitian Revolution was the political and social conditions of France. Around 1787 an anti-slavery sentiment developed in France after being heavily influenced by the English abolitionists movements, which included among others the Quakers. Furthermore, the political instability of France during the late eighteenth century forced the small community of

Between 1750 and 1870, countries such as France and Haiti experienced dramatic economic, political, and social changes through Revolutions. A revolution occurs when change is desired by people who were mistreated and for this reason, the French and Haitian revolution occurred, leading to many different governmental changes such as the first republic of France and the rule of Napoleon, and the free republic and independent nation established by Haiti. They also led to many similar government changes such as an establishment of a constitution granting rights and citizenship to people, creating more equality in society.

On the subject of the Haitian Revolution, the second-hand information given in lecture notes and on the Haitian Revolution Wikipedia page differ. Not only is there a difference in the information given, but who the information is intended for is different. The reason for the information given in lecture notes is to educate. I’m not saying that the Wikipedia page does not “educate” it’s readers, but the lecture notes educates students on a different, legitimate level compared to the information given on the Wikipedia page. The lecture notes are for students that have a background in studying history, or a class dealing with the world’s history. The Wikipedia page is educational, but it is hard to tell if the information given on the page/site is legitimate and reliable. It would be easier to write an essay based on lecture notes from a reliable source compared to taking notes from a not so reliable source.

But, the Haitian Revolution was a social uprising because they weren’t attacking the actual government, they were attacking the slave owners. They were trying to attack their social status and change it for the better. That is why the Haitian Revolution was a social uprising. They also had a difference in who they were revolting against. In the French Revolution, they were revolting against the king and his awful ways.

The Haitian Revolution started for many reasons, but among these reasons were some large issues with the way the government worked and how they treated the people . Before the revolution, Haiti had three classes of citizens. The highest class would consist of only whites. The class following the

"In the eyes of the law all citizens are equal. " The Haitian Revolution was the result of a long conflict on the part of the slaves in the French colony of Saint. Domingue, but also driven by the free Mulattoes. This revolt was not the only one against the institution of plantation slavery in the Caribbean, but it was the most successful of many. These revolutions were influenced by the French Revolution of 1789, which would come to represent a new concept of human rights, universal citizenship, and participation in government.

Independence is often difficult to achieve without the encouragement and practical support from one or more external parties. The motives for giving such aid are varied: nations of the same ethnic and/or religious stock may sympathize with the people of the country, or a strong nation may attempt to destabilize a colony as a tactical move to weaken a rival or enemy colonizing power or to create space for its own sphere of influence; examples of this include British support of the Haitian Revolution against

Revolution is a forced end to a social system or government in order to have a new system. The revolution occurred due to inequalities, unsatisfactory social conditions and political management. Many revolts occurred during the time of slavery but the Haitian revolution was the most prosperous revolution to occur. It took place in the French colony of Saint Domingue which is the colonial name of Haiti. It resulted in the removal of slavery and the establishment of the Republic of Haiti. Haiti was the first republic in modern history led by people of African descent. Haiti went from being a French colony to governing itself.

    Prior to Haiti’s revolt France was in political turmoil. Struck by an economic crisis exacerbated by the 7 Years War and the American Revolution, coupled with famine, political conflict, and an unsuccessful leader chaos ensued. This resentment along with Enlightenment ideals, particularly popular sovereignty and inalienable rights, fueled radical sentiments. Consequently, the people of France rebelled against the monarchy for a different more effective system

The Haitian Revolution of 1791 proved to be huge success for the slaves and revolters.

Beginning in 1789, France’s political landscape was completely transformed by the chaotic bloodshed that resulted from the country’s absolute monarchy and feudal system. Backing the United States in the American Revolution left France on the verge of bankruptcy, but the Revolution also lay as a precedent for the French to follow soon after. Impacted by the rising enlightenment ideology of inalienable rights, the French depicted the strength of the will of the people and successfully altered the government to better suit the needs of its citizens. Simultaneously, France influenced the rise of another revolution - one that would alter society and the social constructs that society revolves around - the Haitian Revolution. Professor James Alexander Dun argues, however, that the term “revolution” is not used as a noun in this instance, and is in fact used as an adjective to further illustrate its descriptiveness and uniqueness to the situation. He believes that a revolution is constituted by a certain “series of events”, but that the Haitian revolution is more complex than this. Professor Dun’s conclusion that a revolution shouldn’t be viewed as a thing, but rather, should be looked upon as a description is a fascinating assertion as it challenges conventional thinking, and tailors the term to any particular event- such as with France and Haiti. This reasoning expands upon the words’ adaptability and was necessary