The Bois Caiman Ceremony

The Bois Caiman Ceremony was a pivotal gathering held in August 1791 in the French colony of Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), where enslaved Africans and rebels convened to plan a revolt against their oppressors. It combined spiritual rituals, voodoo practices, and collective resolve, fostering unity and resistance. This secret meeting is considered the catalyst for the Haitian Revolution, leading enslaved people to fight for freedom, ultimately resulting in Haiti’s independence. The ceremony symbolizes the cultural resilience and fight for liberation among enslaved Africans in the Caribbean.