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Dutty Boukman

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Dutty Boukman was an enslaved man and early leader of the 1791 uprising in the French colony of Saint-Domingue, the revolt that developed into the Haitian Revolution. Often described as Jamaican-born, he is associated with the Bois Caiman gathering, where participants reportedly made commitments to resist slavery and colonial rule. Accounts of the ceremony combine historical evidence with later oral and national traditions, particularly regarding Boukman's religious role and the precise events that occurred.

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Who was Dutty Boukman?

Dutty Boukman was an enslaved man and early leader of the 1791 uprising in French Saint-Domingue. That revolt developed into the Haitian Revolution, which eventually ended French colonial rule and slavery in Haiti.

What happened at the Bois Caiman gathering?

Boukman is associated with the Bois Caiman gathering, traditionally described as an important early moment in the 1791 revolt. Accounts connect the meeting with collective planning and religious ceremony among enslaved people.

Was Dutty Boukman Jamaican-born?

He is often described in historical accounts as Jamaican-born, but details of his early life are not fully certain. His better-documented historical importance lies in his leadership role at the start of the Saint-Domingue uprising.

How did Dutty Boukman die?

Boukman was killed by French colonial forces in 1791, during the opening phase of the Haitian Revolution. His death did not end the rebellion, which continued for years under leaders including Toussaint Louverture.

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