The Boukman Ceremony was a significant event that took place on August 14, 1791, in the northern region of what is now Haiti. It was led by Boukman Dutty, a maroon leader, and served as a rallying point for enslaved Africans seeking freedom from colonial rule. The ceremony involved a religious gathering where participants invoked spirits and pledged to fight against their oppressors, marking the beginning of the Haitian Revolution. This ceremony is often seen as a symbol of resistance and unity among enslaved people. It emphasized the importance of cultural identity and spiritual beliefs in the struggle for liberation. The Haitian Revolution ultimately led to the establishment of Haiti as the first independent Black republic in 1804, inspiring other movements for freedom across the globe.