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History of Haiti A Timeline. By Jimmie Ratton. 1804. 1492. Mid-1500. 1697. 1791. 1802. Christopher Columbus claimed the island of Hispaniola for Spain. The Indians had all died out from disease. France Gained control of the western third of Hispaniola.
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History of HaitiA Timeline By Jimmie Ratton
1804 1492 Mid-1500 1697 1791 1802 Christopher Columbus claimed the island of Hispaniola for Spain. The Indians had all died out from disease. France Gained control of the western third of Hispaniola. Toussaint L’ Ouverture,A Solider and former slave, Led a long and bloody revolt to free the slaves from the fence. The French sent troops to restore order against the revolt. Jean-Jacques Dessalines a Former Slave he declared independence from France.
1844 Early-1900 1915 1934 1957 1964 The Country was later reunited under Jean-Pierre Boyer,Who ruled until his death in 1844. The country was disorganized and went bankrupt. France and Germany threatened to send troops to protect their investments. Francois Duvalier was elected president and ruled with Violence to enforce his rules. A new constitution made Duvalier president in Haiti for life. The U.S Military stayed in Haiti until 1934.
1971 1987 1900 1991 1986 1988 New Elections were held, in which Leslie Manigat was declared winner. A new Constitution was approved in 1987,But Elections for the presidency had to be canceled, Following bloody street riots. Jean-Bertrand Aristide, A catholic priest, Was elected president Several unsuccessful attempts were made to overthrow Duvalier before he died in 1971. Aristide,too,Was ousted by the army. The long Rule of Duvalier's ended in 1986,when, After widespread protest, Jean-Claude Duvalier and his family fled the country.
1994 1995 2004 2006 1999 2000 2008 Former president Preval was re-elected to lead the country. Tropical Storm Hanna and Hurricane Gustav hit Haiti in September 1, 2008. February 29,2004 Aristide was resigned claiming the United States had forced him out. After almost two years of political deadlock, Preval Formed a new government by decree. Elections were finally held. The Threat of the U.S invasion forced the Military to back down. Aristide, aided by u.s troops, was restored in office.
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