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Battle of Crête-à-Pierrot

1802 • Artibonite Belagerungskrieg

Historical Overview

Legendary defense of a fortress against massive French numerical superiority.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Tactical French victory; strategic Haitian success.

Haitian Rebels

  • Commander: Jean-Jacques Dessalines
  • Strength: ca. 1.300
  • Casualties: ca. 400

French Expeditionary Force

  • Commander: Charles Leclerc
  • Strength: ca. 12.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.500

Strategic Context

Napoleon's attempt to forcefully re-establish slavery in the colonies.

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