Haiti was given to Spain in the Line of Demarcation set up by the Pope in 1515.
Haiti was given to Spain in the Line of Demarcation set up by the Pope in 1515.
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Haiti formed the first successful slave revolt, and was the first independent black republic. Haiti claimed its independence on January 1, 1804. About 80% of the population lives in wretched poverty, and Haiti is known as one of the poorest countries in the world.
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Haiti formed the first successful slave revolt, and was the first independent black republic. Haiti claimed its independence on January 1, 1804, making it the second country in the Americans to gain its independence. About 80% of the population lives in wretched poverty, and Haiti is known as one of the poorest countries in the world.