NAPOLEON AND THE HAITIAN REVOLUTION with
DR. MARLENE L. DAUT Dr. Marlene L. Daut is an associate professor of African Diaspora Studies in the Carter G. Woodson Institute for African American and African Studies, and the Program in American Studies at the University of Virginia. Professor Daut recently published an insightful article in the New York Times, in which she deftly redresses accolades for Napoleon I for unjustifiable treatment of the population of Haiti, leading to the subsequent war of independence (1804). The article speaks to slavery issues that plagued France until the mid-19th century. Her book, Tropics of Haiti, examines the Haitian Revolution (1791-1804) an event of monumental world-historical significance, through the eyes of its actual and imagined participants, observers, survivors, and cultural descendants.
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 2:40-4:05 p.m. | Virtual Event
On Wednesday, September 15, Professor Daut will speak via zoom in Professor David Powell’s FREN 113 course (French Civilization). In her talk, Professor Daut will outline the background and aftermath of the Haitian Revolution. The rest of the 19th century in Metropolitan France is, in part, shaped by the little-known history of the first move toward divestment of slavery and French colonization. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. All are welcome to attend!
Advance registration is required on or before September 14. To RSVP, visit events.hofstra.edu For more information, email David Powell at david.a.powell@hofstra.edu. Registrants will receive an email with the link to join the event.
This lecture is offered by the Department of Romance Languages & Literatures, in cooperation with the HCLAS Dean’s Office, and the following departments and programs: Africana Studies Program, Departments of Anthropology, Global Studies and Geography, and History, and the Center for “Race,” Culture and Social Justice.