Haiti: Historical Trends to Present Tensions

In recent years, news headlines about Haiti have covered civil unrest, political assassination, and recovery from earthquakes. However, stories rarely explore the reasons why Haiti has arrived at these critical points. In this new MyLibraryU Fast Class, Haiti: Historical Trends to Present Tensions, Dr. Charlton Yingling, Associate Professor of History at University of Louisville, will explore highlights from the deep and rich history of Haiti over the past two centuries to better explain the importance of this country and the momentous events taking place there today. #haiti #history Visit us at https://www.lfpl.org Recorded 5/22/24