Jean-Jacques Dessalines Poster | Haiti Vintage Stamp Art
Jean-Jacques Dessalines, 1 Poster: A Vintage Postage Stamp Tribute to the Founder of Haiti
Honor the leader who helped break the chains of slavery and gave Haiti its independence. This Enhanced Matte Paper poster presents Jean-Jacques Dessalines as a vintage postage stamp, complete with a perforated Haitian flag border, a bold red "HAITI" header, a blue name caption, the Haitian flag behind him, and a Haiti flag fingerprint that marks the identity and legacy of a nation.
Who Was Jean-Jacques Dessalines?
- Born into slavery in 1758 in the French colony of Saint-Domingue, he rose to become one of the principal generals of the Haitian Revolution.
- He led the Haitian army to victory over French colonial forces at the Battle of Vertières on November 18, 1803.
- On January 1, 1804, he declared the independence of Haiti, which became the first free Black republic and the first nation in the Americas to permanently abolish slavery.
- He took the title Jacques I, Emperor of Haiti, in 1804 and ruled until 1806.
Why He Matters to Pan-Africanism
Dessalines's victory over French colonial forces and the creation of Haiti in 1804 proved that people of African descent could overthrow slavery and build an independent, sovereign state. That achievement is a cornerstone of Pan-African thought and has inspired liberation movements across Africa, the Caribbean, and the diaspora for more than two centuries.
Part of the World Revolutionary Stamp Collection by Pan-African Legacy House. A striking piece of Haitian history wall art for classrooms, Afrocentric home decor, libraries, offices, dorm rooms, and anyone who celebrates Haitian pride, Black history, and the story of liberation.
Details
- Enhanced Matte Paper poster
- Available sizes: 5x7, 12x18, 20x30, 24x36
- Fade-resistant inks, vibrant color
- Ships rolled
- Original vintage postage stamp design by Youngkev
A thoughtful gift for Haitian Independence Day (January 1), Haitian Flag Day (May 18), Vertières Day (November 18), Haitian Heritage Month, Black History Month, birthdays, and history lovers.
Art that inspires!
More details
- Paper thickness: 0.26mm
- Paper weight: 189 g/m²
- Opacity: 94%
- ISO brightness: 104%
EU GPSR Product Information:
- Manufacturer contact information
- Name: Pan-African Legacy House
- Email: contact@support.youngkevarts.com
- Postal address: PO Box 5696 Santa Monica, CA 90405
- Additional information: This product is made for adults. Meets the small parts and magnetic flux index level requirements. 2 year warranty in EEA and UK, established by Directive 1999/44/EC.
Quality Guarantee & Returns
- Quality is guaranteed. If there is a print error or visible quality issue, we'll replace or refund it.
- Because the products are made to order, we do not accept general returns or sizing-related returns.
