Constitution of the Empire of Haiti

by Haitian Parliment

Overview

Established Toussaint as Governor for Life and gave him the right to select his successor (future governors would be limited to 5 year terms.) Provided a mechanism to overthrow any governor avoiding election. Abolished slavery and racial restrictions on employment, but upheld fermage, leases, and restrictions on movement. Estates abandoned by their owners during the revolution to be held and operated in trust by the government, but not nationalized. Banned free assembly, all religions other than Catholicism, divorce, and any imports in competition with local manufactures.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940160758572
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	10/28/2019
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