Flag Day in an Enduring Nation
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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