Flag Day in an Enduring Nation
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Haiti was the first black republic. The first and only example of a slave revolution that successfully left a nation in its wake. On May 18th of each year, Haitians come together to remember these facts and their valiant revolutionary leaders as they celebrate their national Flag Day.
I spent this May 18th with some friends in the quaint coastal town of Archaie, where Haiti’s first flag was stitched over 200 years ago. The celebration brought out some of Haiti’s biggest politicians, including both the president and prime minister, along with scores of musicians, artists, and historically-conscious visitors. Below is a brief slide-show and video of the day’s events.
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Sweet video! I liked the music behind the slide show melting into the actual ra-ra playing the music.
Comment by demers May 28, 2009 @ 10:54 PMI am searching for the woman that danced with Ben?
i linked this to my tap tap diaries blog, the movie was superb, but the ending really captured the essence of Haiti:the Enduring Nation
Comment by bste9 May 29, 2009 @ 12:40 PM