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1802 (Detention of Haytian Officers): Christophe highlighted the French practice of detaining Haytian messengers and officers, such as the port captain and C…

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1802 (Detention of Haytian Officers): Christophe highlighted the French practice of detaining Haytian messengers and officers, such as the port captain and Citizen Granier, as evidence of French bad faith. He noted that even when these individuals approached the squadron with “protestations of devotion to France,” they were treated as prisoners. Vilton’s letter attempted to excuse Granier’s detention by claiming it was due to “calumnies” from personal enemies and had no political motive. However, Christophe remained unconvinced, viewing these captures as a direct violation of the “word of honour” promised by French generals. These incidents reinforced the Haytian command’s decision to maintain a defensive posture and refuse unverified invitations to confer.

Source  ·  HT-HAPA-1816-000063  ·  p. 42, 50 Sanders, Haytian Papers, 42, 50 / Bates: HT-HAPA-1816-000063, 000071