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1811 (The Legacy of the 1807 Revolution): In looking back at the “storms of civil contention” that followed the death of the Emperor, the Council of State ch…

HT-HAPA-1816-000145

1811 (The Legacy of the 1807 Revolution): In looking back at the “storms of civil contention” that followed the death of the Emperor, the Council of State characterized the 1807 Constitution as a necessary but imperfect first step. They admitted that the previous code was drafted under the pressure of “deplorable times” and lacked the maturity required for a permanent government. However, they credited the 1807 principles with providing the “genius of the supreme Magistrate” the time needed to restore order and prosperity. The transition to a monarchy in 1811 was thus presented as the natural fulfillment of the revolutionary promise of stability and independence. By documenting this evolution, Prince Sanders aimed to show that the Haytian state was a maturing political entity capable of self-correction and growth.

Source  ·  HT-HAPA-1816-000145  ·  p. 124, 141 Sanders, Haytian Papers, 124, 141 / Bates: HT-HAPA-1816-000145, 000162