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Virginia Argus
Richmond, Virginia
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Jean-Jacques Dessalines, previously appointed lifetime Governor of Hayti, was proclaimed Emperor on September 18 with widespread acclamation, surpassing that for Napoleon in Paris. Celebrations lasted three days at the Cape. Speculation includes a French-modeled constitution, creation of imperial dignitaries, potential end to hostilities with France, and a splendid coronation ceremony.
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Who was mentioned some time since as having been appointed Governor of Hayti for life,
with the power of nominating his successor, is
consolidating if not perpetuating his power. He
has at length assumed the imperial purple. He
was proclaimed Emperor on the 18th of September with probably more general acclamation than
took place in Paris at the time when his great
prototype was elevated to the same high dignity.
Capt. Sealy informs that the rejoicings and illuminations at the Cape continued for three successive days.
If the people of St. Domingo are to be governed
by a written constitution, we presume it will be modelled after that of the French, with such deviations as local circumstances may render necessary: and that the companions of Dessalines will
be created titular dignitaries of Empire. Marshals,
Constables. Arch Chancellors, and members of
the Legion of Honor:
The consequence of this event may be the termination of hostilities between the two governments of their majesties Napoleon & Dessalines.
Since all reasonable ground for continuing the war
may be considered as removed the latter having
merely followed closely the example which had
been set him by the former. Napoleon no doubt conceives that he holds his power by a tenure at least as
honorable and equally just.
We know not when it is intended to celebrate
the coronation of the Emperor. if we may judge
from the preparations which are making, it will
be in a style of unusual splendor: and, as so long
a journey would be too fatiguing for the Pope, it
is not unreasonable to suppose his majesty will
create a cardinal out of some of his own relations,
that the august ceremony may correspond in all respects with that of his "dearly beloved cousin
Mer. Adol.
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Primary Location
Hayti
Event Date
18th Of September
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proclamation as emperor; possible termination of hostilities with france; celebrations for three days
Event Details
Dessalines, appointed lifetime Governor of Hayti with successor nomination power, assumed imperial title and was proclaimed Emperor on September 18 amid great acclamation. Rejoicings and illuminations at the Cape lasted three days. Constitution likely modeled on French with local adaptations; companions to become imperial dignitaries. Event may end war with Napoleon's government as Dessalines followed his example. Coronation preparations suggest unusual splendor, possibly with a created cardinal for ceremony.