Reply #11: Yes, Haitians are a mixed people. To give an example: [View All]

[vaberella]

Germany tried to take control of Haiti during the 1910s 20s. This is not counting the massive interracial relationships forced upon the people in Haiti during the time of slavery. The French form of slavery was slightly different in that in many cases marriages were actually advocated between slave owners and their slaves. Yeah, one of the rare ones. This happened in other cultures, but Haiti had one and hence when there was a break down this was one of things that lead to the successful Revolution. I don't think anyone in Haiti can say they're pure anything.

However, I do agree that when Haitians come to America and after a generation this old country mentality changes. However, with Haitians I seem to see a major push for the "other" to be enveloped into the culture. It's looked down upon if the children of such a match aren't in a way "wholly Haitian." The children need to speak creole and if they don't, it's almost like be prepared to be shunned and if not talked about. And this is irrespective of the generation. My little cousins who are 2nd and 3rd generation, who are of mixed background are like 100% Haitians.