October 17, 1806, assassination of Jean-Jacques Dessalines

On October 17, 1806, Jean-Jacques Dessalines was assassinated as a result of a conspiracy. Today, 220 years later, let us remember this man who challenged slavery in all its magnitude. A man who will forever remain etched in history as a champion of human dignity and freedom. Today and forevermore, humanity will owe him a debt of gratitude.