April 3, 2017
Haitian Revolution
Toussaint L’Ouverture
Irene Astran
I wish you would have provided some background on how the aboriginal population just “disappeared.” Was this due to the French people killing them off? Seems plausible. Anyways, I found the “Code Noir” incredibly surprising. I did not know that there were any laws set in place that aimed to, in a small degree, protect slaves from being raped or tortured.
05/04/2017
11:52 am
Hayden Hollinger
I thought this was a very good topic. I enjoyed reading about the revolt of the slaves against the French, the article did a very good job of telling the story and the photos were an added bonus. It was interesting to learn about the “Code Noir” and the rules that were supposed to be enforced as a result of this. Of course, being from Scotland, I was happy to read that the British acted as allies with the slaves to drive out the French.
06/04/2017
11:52 am
Marissa Gonzalez
I would like to say that it is quite ironic how the “Code Noir” was introduced for how the slaves were treated. But if they did not listen to their masters, they could receive the death penalty! So they are basically feared and forced into obeying their masters. However, the Haitian Revolution came about and the “Night of Fire” took place. This is really interesting because the slaves were able to stand up and take action. Interesting article!
07/04/2017
11:52 am
Alexis Soto
Great topic ! I do not believe I knew much about Haiti or how it came to be a sovereign nation. It is a well written article. As I read the article I began to realize that perhapes many of us forget that our nation wasn’t the only one that imported slaves. It’s fascinating to see how events played out for the Haitian people. They fought for their freedom, against many odds.
07/04/2017
11:52 am
Teresa Valdez
This topic covers a subject that I am very interested in, but never hear about. Revolutions are always interesting topics. I did not know that during the time of the Haitian Revolution France was in control of the island. I find it fascinating that, although Europeans never intended it, slaves were responded to the Enlightenment, proving they were not just property. This article seems very well researched. Great job!
07/04/2017
11:52 am
Briana Bustamante
Such a great article that was very well written. Your article flowed nicely and I was even able to create a visual. I really like the pictures that you chose, they gave your story a deeper understanding. Reading about the slaves revolting against the French was very interesting. The “Code Nior” always interested me so reading more about them. Over all, very great read!
07/04/2017
11:52 am
Samuel Sanchez
This was an interesting article, very well written. I never knew about Haiti and what it has gone through. After reading this article about the slaves revolting against the French shows that it has been through a lot. Learning about the “Code Noir” it is ironic that they were made for slaves to be treated as property but if they did not follow orders they were given the death penalty. Overall, great article keep up the great work.
08/04/2017
11:52 am
Gabriela Medrano
Haiti was off on a rough start and throughout years has undergone tragedy after tragedy. But I am glad that the slaves were courageous enough to revolt against the French. Time and time again British interaction has done some nations good and Haiti was one of the fortunate, so I’m glad the British allied with the slaves. No lie they shocked the world! Who would have thought this possible. Interesting topic and good article!
13/04/2017
11:52 am
Aaron Jaramillo
What an interesting article Ana. It was well written and had a great flow to it. I never knew how Haiti came about or its history. In the beginning the slaves were pushed around and treated unfair by the French. It is always nice to hear that the slaves come together and revolt against the French. This gave hope to all other slaves around the world that they too can revolt. Once again great article Ana.
24/04/2017
11:52 am
Zaraly Frasquillo
Yes! Yes! Yes! What an interesting and eye-catching article Ana! You never fail to enlighten me with cool topics that I would have never really learned about unless you were the one talking about it. You have such an amazing tone all throughout your essay, and the images you posted are incredible. My personal favorite is the last one, slaves executing French Soldiers, I promise I am not a killer but for some reason having the roles be reversed is super fascinating! Great job, I am proud of you friend!
05/04/2017
11:52 am