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Focusing on the post-emancipation era, the book explores the intertwined histories of nineteenth-century Haiti and Jamaica through the movement of people between the two nations. Matthew J. Smith highlights how this migration influenced discussions about the region's future, showcasing the stories of various individuals, including exiles, politicians, and laborers. By examining these personal narratives and genealogies, the work underscores Haiti's crucial role in shaping regional development and identity following slavery.
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Liberty, Fraternity, Exile, Matthew J. Smith
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- Liberty, Fraternity, Exile
- Subtitle
- Haiti and Jamaica after Emancipation
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Matthew J. Smith
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 428
- ISBN13
- 9781469617978
- Category
- Maps and Travel, World history
- Description
- Focusing on the post-emancipation era, the book explores the intertwined histories of nineteenth-century Haiti and Jamaica through the movement of people between the two nations. Matthew J. Smith highlights how this migration influenced discussions about the region's future, showcasing the stories of various individuals, including exiles, politicians, and laborers. By examining these personal narratives and genealogies, the work underscores Haiti's crucial role in shaping regional development and identity following slavery.