Talk:List of wars involving Haiti

Greek Revolution
A Letter from Jean-Pierre Boyer to Greek Revolutionaries

Four Greek recipients of his letter were currently living in France, among whom were seeking international support for their ongoing revolution; ultimately successful against the Ottoman Empire. Among these recipients, were Adamantios Korais, and Christopher Klonaris who were familiar with the revolution in Haiti since living in France. They saw Haiti's Independence as an inspiration for their own struggle, as did Boyer acknowledging the relationship both countries shared in thirst for freedom.

The letter translated from French to Greek and then to English read:

"LIBERTE Flag of Haiti.svg EGALITE JEAN PIERRE BOYER President of Haiti To the citizens of Greece A. Korais, K. Polychoroniades, A. Bogorides and Ch. Klonaris In Paris

"Before I received your letter from Paris, dated last August 20, the news about the revolution of your co-citizens against the despotism which lasted for about three centuries had already arrived here. With great enthusiasm we learned that Hellas was finally forced to take up arms in order to gain her freedom and the position that she once held among the nations of the world.

Such a beautiful and just case, most importantly, the first successes which have accompanied it, cannot leave Haitians indifferent, for we, like the Hellenes, were for a long time subjected to a dishonorable slavery and finally, with our own chains, broke the head of tyranny.

Wishing to Heavens to protect the descendants of Leonidas, we thought to assist these brave warriors, if not with military forces and ammunition, at least with money, which will be useful for acquisition of guns, which you need. But events that have occurred and imposed financial restrictions onto our country absorbed the entire budget, including the part that could be disposed by our administration. Moreover, at present, the revolution which triumphs on the eastern portion of our island is creating a new obstacle in carrying out our aim; in fact, this portion, which was incorporated into the Republic I preside over, is in extreme poverty and thus justifies immense expenditures of our budget. If the circumstances, as we wish, improve again, then we shall honorably assist you, the sons of Hellas, to the best of our abilities.

Citizens! Convey to your co-patriots the warm wishes that the people of Haiti send on the behalf of your liberation. The descendants of ancient Hellenes look forward, in the reawakening of their history, to trophies worthy of Salamis. May they prove to be like their ancestors and guided by the commands of Miltiades, and be able, in the fields of new Marathon, to achieve the triumph of the holy affair that they have undertaken on behalf of their rights, religion and motherland. May it be, at last, through their wise decisions, that they will be commemorated by history as the heirs of the endurance and virtues of their ancestors.

In the 15th of January 1822 and the 19th year of Independence""

Following the letter, these actions were taken by the Haitian government:


 * 25 tons of coffee was sent to Greece to help finance the war
 * 100 Haitians to help fight in the revolution

In-line text:

"Haiti was the first country that recognised the 1821 Greek Revolution and the country's right of independence. The Haitian President Jean Pierre Boyer, following a Greek request for assistance, addressed a letter on 15 January 1822 to A. Korais supporting the Greeks and recognising their right to freedom and self-determination." (Greece.org)

"Haiti had helped Greece to gain its independence...100 Haitians were killed in the fighting and that [Haiti] had sold 25 tons of coffee to help the purchase of weapons and ammunition." [translation from French] (Le Guide D'un Pays en Détresse, Alcindor Guillaume [published book])

"100 volunteers from Haiti died fighting in the revolution in 1821. 25 tons of coffee was sent to Greece by the Haitian government, in an attempt to help finance their cause." [translation from Greek] (Enet.gr Eleftherotypia [news; printed version])

"Although that Haiti has gained independence a few years earlier, and its economy has suffered after the war, they sent 25 tons of Haitian coffee to sell and buy arms for the Greek revolution and 100 soldiers from Haiti who died helping the struggle for Greek independence." [translation from French] (mhaiti.org)

"There is no liberation without Haiti." (Plaintive Voices of Haiti to the World, Rameau Pierre [published book])

Further reading: MICHAILIDI Ch., "Greece's debt to Haiti." Eleftherotypia, January 14, the Athensto 2010 (Written in Greek)


 * This is very interesting and should also be introduced to the main article. But were they soldiers sent by the Haitian government, or volunteers going on their own initiative? --Mikrobølgeovn (talk) 12:16, 21 February 2015 (UTC)


 * Sorry, I did not see your reply earlier. Well, it seems that the Haitian government volunteered to send aid (goods and services) to Greece any way that they could. Out of this, only 100 Haitians were sent, as well as 25 tons of coffee to help Greece finance the war. This seems to be direct involvement. Savvyjack23 (talk) 23:37, 25 February 2015 (UTC)
 * Yes, but did the Haitians send their own army? --Mikrobølgeovn (talk) 18:56, 7 March 2015 (UTC)


 * These were soldiers, so essentially yes. Savvyjack23 (talk) 23:43, 7 March 2015 (UTC)


 * Might have been fighters going on their own initiative. Sorry for being the devil's advocate, but I'd like to rule out any misunderstandings (then we can introduce this to the main article). Cheers, --Mikrobølgeovn (talk) 23:32, 16 March 2015 (UTC)

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