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From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. Haiti (pronounced /ˈheɪtɪ/; French Haïti, pronounced: [a.iti]; Haitian Creole: Ayiti, Haitian Creole pronunciation: [ajiti]), officially the Republic of Haiti (République d'Haïti ; Repiblik Ayiti) is a Caribbean country. Along with the Dominican Republic, it occupies the island of Hispaniola, in the Greater Antillean archipelago. Ayiti (land of high mountains) was the indigenous Taíno or Amerindian name for the mountainous western side of the island. The country's highest point is Pic la Selle, at 2,680 metres (8,793 ft). The total area of Haiti is 27,750 square kilometres (10,714 sq mi) and its capital is Port-au-Prince. Haitian Creole and French are the official languages. Haiti's regional, historical and ethnolinguistic position is unique for several reasons. It was the first independent nation in Latin America and the first black-led republic in the world when it gained independence as part of a successful slave rebellion in 1804. Despite having common cultural links with its Hispano-Caribbean neighbors, Haiti is the only predominantly Francophone independent nation in the Americas. It is one of only two independent nations in the Americas (along with Canada) that designate French as an official language; the other French-speaking areas are all overseas départements, or collectivités, of France. Haiti is the poorest country in the Americas. Contrary to popular belief, however, it is not the poorest in the Western Hemisphere. On various occasions, it has experienced political violence throughout its history. Most recently, in February 2004, an armed rebellion forced the resignation and exile of President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, and a provisional government took control with security provided by the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Rene Preval, the current president, was elected in the Haitian general election, 2006. On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti and devastated the capital city Port-au-Prince. Reportedly more than 150,000 people were killed and buried later in mass graves, although the exact number was difficult to determine and the reported number fluctuates, and a large number are homeless. The Presidential palace, Parliament and many other important structures were destroyed, along with countless homes and businesses. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License How is the catastrophe in Haiti going to effect the economy? Q. How is the catastrophe in Haiti going to effect the economy? In America? Worldwide? Will Haiti's devastation spread to nations helping it by using resources to help Haiti that could of been used to help their own nations economy? Asked by Black Venom - Mon Jan 18 11:09:51 2010 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments A. The U.S. will really feel no effect on their economy, poor countries without resources cannot hhelp and the others will be minimal, and i fear the help will only feed,and maybe supply some housing, leaving these people destitute for any kind of economy. look for these people to refuge to other countries, notably U.S. Answered by richard - Mon Jan 18 11:23:27 2010 What is happening to the animals of Haiti? Q. Every day since Jan. 12, I have seen advertisements for relief for the PEOPLE of Haiti, but none for the animals. I am not sure if anything is being done to help them. Asked by Will G - Sun Jan 24 15:01:52 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. ill bet there are a few organizations that help animals. i havent heard of any, though. Answered by Abby - Sun Jan 24 15:12:47 2010 How has such a big earthquake affected the impoverished island of Haiti, and Dominican Republic?
Q. I heard it was a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. I know many houses in Haiti must not be made very sturdy. What is the latest news? Asked by ghost - Tue Jan 12 17:34:47 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments A. Not sure what the lastest news is, but 7.4 earthquake is strong enough to level just about any city. The now famous San Fransisco earthquake back in late 80's early 90's (not sure when it happened) was I believe only a 6.9 or so. Answered by James H - Tue Jan 12 17:40:30 2010 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Haiti" See also:
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