Haitian Vodou

On a humid August night in 1791, enslaved men and women gathered secretly in the woods of Saint-Domingue, uniting across languages and histories through their shared spiritual beliefs. This pivotal event, known as Bois Caïman, marked the beginning of a rebellion that would change the colony forever. While details of the night remain debated, it is clear that the community's deep spiritual connection played a crucial role in their collective uprising against oppression.