1812 (Defeat of David Trois): The rebel leader David Trois, who commanded an expedition with the “height of folly” to march upon the capital, met his downfal…

1812 (Defeat of David Trois): The rebel leader David Trois, who commanded an expedition with the “height of folly” to march upon the capital, met his downfall at the hands of the royal troops. After the rebels fell unexpectedly upon the great river, they were immediately attacked and routed by the King’s forces before they could recollect themselves. David Trois lost his life during the engagement, and many of his “noted chiefs” were captured by the pursuing army. The remnants of the rebel force attempted to escape by swimming across the l’Artibonite river, which was “swollen with rain,” leading many to be carried away by the flood. This victory further diminished the influence of the southern insurgents and strengthened the King’s hold on the western cordon.