Question

base your answer to question 2 on document 2 below and on your knowledge of social studies. document 2 excerpt from the 1805 constitution of haiti, ratified by emperor jacques dessalines: \we declare the people inhabiting the island formerly called st. domingo to be a free, sovereign, and independent state named the empire of hayti. slavery is forever abolished. all citizens are equal before the law, and there shall be no privileges other than those based by service liberty and independence.\ 2. **based on this excerpt, explain the purpose of the haitian revolutionary leaders in creating the 1805 constitution 1

Explanation:

The leaders aimed to establish Haiti as an independent nation, abolish slavery, and ensure equality before the law for all citizens, emphasizing liberty and independence.

Answer:

The purpose was to declare Haiti's independence, abolish slavery, and guarantee equality and liberty for its citizens.