Legacies of the Haitian Revolution

This study guide covers the Haitian Revolution, including its causes, key figures (like Toussaint L'Ouverture and Jean-Jacques Dessalines), and global impact (Louisiana Purchase, slavery expansion, shifts in sugar production). It also examines the role of Maroon communities, the revolution's impact on the African diaspora, and analyzes primary sources like the Haitian Constitution and works by Frederick Douglass and Jacob Lawrence. Finally, it provides practice questions and exam tips for the AP African American Studies exam.