Toussaint Louverture: The Haitian Revolutionary Who Led the World’s First Successful Slave Revolt

François-Dominique Toussaint Louverture, known by many as Toussaint L’Ouverture or Toussaint Bréda, left an indelible mark on history as the most prominent leader of the Haitian Revolution. Born on May 20, 1743, Louverture’s legacy is that of a Haitian general, Read More …