Haitian Revolution and Its Consequences

These flashcards cover vital vocabulary and concepts related to the Haitian Revolution, the impact of dictatorship, and the historical context of Haiti.

Dictatorship

A form of government in which a single person or group has absolute power, often ruling through fear and oppression.

Toussaint Louverture

Leader of the Haitian Revolution who became the first ruler of free Haiti and established a military dictatorship.

Napoleon Bonaparte

French military leader who seized control of France and sent troops to Haiti to reestablish French authority.

Haitian Revolution

A successful anti-slavery and anti-colonial insurrection by self-liberated slaves against French colonial rule in Haiti from 1791 to 1804.

Failed State

A political entity that has disintegrated to a point where basic conditions and responsibilities of a sovereign government no longer function.

Independence

The state of being free from outside control; self-governance.

Creole Language

A stable natural language that has developed from a mixture of different languages; in Haiti, a French-based creole is widely spoken.

Military Dictatorship

A government in which the military controls the power, often suspending political rights and implementing authoritarian rule.

Coalition

A temporary alliance formed for combined action, especially among political parties or factions.

Cholera

A waterborne illness caused by the ingestion of contaminated water, leading to severe diarrhea and dehydration.

Louisiana Purchase

The acquisition of the Louisiana territory by the United States from France in 1803, significantly expanding US territory.

Constitutional Government

A government structured by a constitution that outlines the powers and responsibilities of government entities and the rights of citizens.

French Rule

The governance of French colonies, characterized by the imposition of French laws, culture, and administrative control.

Sovereignty

The authority of a state to govern itself or another state.

AP Exam

Advanced Placement exam, a standardized test administered by the College Board to measure a high school student's mastery of college-level coursework.

Emperor

A sovereign ruler of great power and rank, especially in an empire.