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The Haitian Revolution and the Rise of Napoleon
4:46:41 - 4:55:41 (09:00)
The Haitian Revolution and the rise of Napoleon became interwoven as Napoleon, seeking to regain control of Saint-Domingue (Haiti), sent his brother-in-law to crush the rebellion, but instead faced a defeat due to weather and military tactics. Later, the French government was forced to make concessions and grant equal rights to stop the slave revolt and regain control of the island.
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In this podcast, the host explains how a 28 year old's decision to free slaves in Haiti ultimately forced the French government to make concessions and enforce equal rights that were being fought for by Vincent Oge.
4:46:41 - 4:52:08 (05:27)
Summary
In this podcast, the host explains how a 28 year old's decision to free slaves in Haiti ultimately forced the French government to make concessions and enforce equal rights that were being fought for by Vincent Oge. This revolution affected the Caribbean and became a battlefield on which France would square off against Britain.
ChapterThe Haitian Revolution and the Rise of Napoleon
EpisodeShow 68 - BLITZ Human Resources
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The leaders of the Haitian Revolution were strategic geniuses, isolating those who opposed them while uniting themselves in solidarity.
4:52:08 - 4:53:24 (01:16)
Summary
The leaders of the Haitian Revolution were strategic geniuses, isolating those who opposed them while uniting themselves in solidarity. Despite facing opposition from British, Spanish, and French forces, they were able to outmaneuver them with brilliant chess playing.
ChapterThe Haitian Revolution and the Rise of Napoleon
EpisodeShow 68 - BLITZ Human Resources
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
Napoleon sends General Leclerc to St. Domingue with the intention of crushing the rebellion and restoring the wealth of the island, but the French troops are outnumbered and face adverse conditions.
4:53:24 - 4:55:41 (02:17)
Summary
Napoleon sends General Leclerc to St. Domingue with the intention of crushing the rebellion and restoring the wealth of the island, but the French troops are outnumbered and face adverse conditions. Additionally, Toussaint L'Ouverture has to balance his revolutionary ideals with practical considerations to maintain his power.