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The Haitian Indemnity: France's Price for Freedom
In 1825, France sent a fleet of warships to Haiti and demanded a huge payment in exchange for recognizing Haitian independence. Lucas and Luna dive into the story behind that debt: the 150 million francs, the Ordonnance of 1825, and how Jean-Pierre Boyer agreed to pay. They explore what led to the demand, how it crippled Haiti's economy for generations, and the complicated legacy of President Alexandre Pétion's early land reforms. They also touch on the modern campaign for restitution and the moral questions it raises. A focused look at a pivotal moment that shaped Haiti's…
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