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Jérémie
Jeremi
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Jérémie (2007)
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La Cité des Poètes
The City of Poets |
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 Jérémie
Location in Haiti
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| Country | Haiti |
| Department | Grand'Anse |
| Arrondissement | Jérémie |
| Founded | 1756 |
| Population
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| • Metro | 31,000 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
Jérémie (pronounced zheh-reh-MEE; in Haitian Creole, Jeremi) is an important city in Haiti. It is the capital of the Grand'Anse department. In 2003, about 31,000 people lived there.
The city is somewhat separated from other parts of Haiti. The Grande-Anse River flows close by. Jérémie is often called the city of the poets. This is because many famous writers, poets, and historians were born there.
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History of Jérémie
Early History and Famous Births
In 1762, a brave general named Thomas-Alexandre Dumas was born in Jérémie. He was known for fighting alongside Napoleon in Italy and Egypt. He was also the father of the famous writer Alexandre Dumas, who wrote books like The Three Musketeers.
Difficult Times in the City
In 1964, Jérémie experienced a very sad event. Many people lost their lives during a time of conflict. This event is known as the Jérémie Vespers.
In October 2016, Hurricane Matthew caused a lot of damage to Jérémie. The city was almost completely destroyed by the strong storm.
Unique Discoveries and Connections
In the early 2000s, archaeologists found something special in Jérémie. They discovered an old synagogue, which is a place of worship for Jewish people. This was the only one found on the island of Hispaniola.
Historically, many families in Jérémie had mixed backgrounds, including Jewish roots.
Help After the 2010 Earthquake
After a big earthquake hit Haiti in 2010, Jérémie played a role in helping people. Food and medical supplies were flown into Jérémie Airport. These supplies were then transported to help those who were hurt or displaced by the earthquake. Sometimes, these aid convoys faced difficulties.
Nearby Islands
About 40 miles (64 km) west of Jérémie is Navassa Island. Both Haiti and the United States claim this island.
City Facilities
Jérémie Airport
The city has its own airport, called Jérémie Airport. The area around the airport is known as "Numero Deux." Organizations like Mission Aviation Fellowship use the airport for flights. Agape Flights, from Florida, also provides weekly services for missionaries in the area.
Places in Jérémie
Some of the areas and neighborhoods within Jérémie include:
- Beaudrouin
- Campagne
- Carrefour Sanon
- Dayere
- Duranton
- La Forêt
- Leopold
- Lori
- Marche Leon
- Previle
- Rampe des Lions
- Sassier
Famous People from Jérémie
Notable Individuals and Their Contributions
- Thomas-Alexandre Dumas: A brave general during the French Revolutionary Wars. He was born in Jérémie before Haiti became independent. His father took him to France when he was 18. He later became the father of the famous writer Alexandre Dumas.
- Joseph Serge Miot: He was born in Jérémie and later became the Archbishop of Port-au-Prince. Sadly, he passed away during the 2010 Haiti earthquake.
- Emile Roumer (1903–1988): A well-known poet.
- Modeste Testas (1765–1870): A woman from Ethiopia whose statue stands in Bordeaux, France. Her statue helps us remember the history of the transatlantic slave trade.
- Etzer Vilaire (1872–1951): Another important poet from Jérémie.
- Elisabeth Dieudonné Vincent (1798–1883): A successful businesswoman of color.
- Joseph Raoul Cédras (1949): A former Haitian military officer.
See also
In Spanish: Jérémie para niños
