1812 (The Victory at l’Artibonite): Following the unexpected rebel advance, the horse guards of President Christophe executed a decisive charge that cut down…

1812 (The Victory at l’Artibonite): Following the unexpected rebel advance, the horse guards of President Christophe executed a decisive charge that cut down or dispersed the insurgent forces in every direction. The loss of life was severe, with an estimated two battalions of rebels drowning in the l’Artibonite river while attempting to flee the government’s pursuit. During this same period, the rebel leader Lamarre attempted to pierce the government’s cordon but was met with a “wall of brass” that forced him to abandon the enterprise. Lamarre fled the field, leaving behind his horse, two aides-de-camp, and a multitude of his accomplices to be captured or killed. This engagement solidified the military superiority of the President’s forces over the disorganized southern faction.