1.2 Independence and Identity
This focused study covers two dramatic and bloody rebellions which had profound consequences:
- The tumultuous events in Haiti, 1780–1825 in which enslaved people fought and defeated the French, Spanish, and British to end slavery and establish an independent Republic
- The fight for independence against British rule in Kenya which was one of the most significant steps towards a Kenya free from British rule.
Example 1: The Haitian revolution (c1780-1811)
The Haitian revolution is the only known slave uprising in history that led to the founding of a state which was both free from slavery and ruled by non-whites and former captives.
Example 2: Kenyan independence (1945-1978)
Kenyan independence came about following a guerrilla insurgency against British rule which ended up being one of the British Army's bloodiest post-war conflicts.
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