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What was the primary economic activity in late 18th century Saint-Domingue?
Toussaint L’Ouverture was born in Saint-Domingue in 1743 and was of European descent.
False
What did Toussaint L’Ouverture pledge would continue despite his capture?
The fight for black freedom
Saint-Domingue occupied the western third of the island of __________.
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Match the following crops with their relevance to Saint-Domingue in the 18th century:
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Study Notes
Saint-Domingue Overview
- By late 18th century, Saint-Domingue was the wealthiest colony in the Americas.
- Major products included sugar, coffee, indigo, and cotton, all produced by an extensive enslaved labor force.
- Saint-Domingue was a French colony since 1697, occupying the western third of Hispaniola island.
Colonial Context
- The eastern part of Hispaniola was colonized by Spain and is now known as the Dominican Republic (Santo Domingo).
- Economic success relied heavily on plantation agriculture and the exploitation of enslaved people.
Toussaint L’Ouverture
- Born in 1743 on a plantation in northern Saint-Domingue, he was the grandson of an African king.
- Stories of his ancestors instilled pride and a sense of purpose in Toussaint, motivating him to resist slavery.
- Captured and sent to France, he declared the ongoing commitment to black freedom would persist despite his imprisonment.
Historical Impact
- Toussaint’s legacy is captured in his assertion that the struggle for liberty transcends individual leadership:
- "In overthrowing me, they have felled in Saint Dominique only the trunk of the tree of Negro liberty; it will shoot forth from the roots, because they are deep and numerous.”
- This statement emphasizes resilience and the enduring nature of the fight for freedom among enslaved people.
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Description
Explore the history of Saint-Domingue in the late 18th century, focusing on its wealth from sugar, coffee, and other plantations sustained by enslaved labor. Delve into the life of Toussaint L’Ouverture, a key figure in the fight for freedom in this French colony. This quiz highlights the complexities of colonial power and resistance in the Caribbean.
