MICHAEL APPLETON

HAITI 2004

In the spring of 2004 the nation of Haiti was once again gripped with political turmoil and violence. As rebel forces opposed to President Jean-Bertrand Aristide moved south towards the capital chaos ensued with people taking to the streets in protest while others took to looting or revenge. After a tumultuous few weeks the country was spared further violence as the rebels came to a tenuous agreement with the government only after President Aristide left the country. However, Haiti and its impoverished people remain in a destitute state and must look to the future for a day when stability and prosperity will be a reality.

Haitians in Port Au Prince take to the streets in a fierce show of support for President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, who unexpectedly fled the country earlier in the day.
   
A boy loots the main supply terminal at the port in downtown Port Au Prince.
   
Men struggle to collect food being distributed in front of the presidential palace in Port Au Prince.
     
  
Residents of Cap Haitian take cover as rebel forces battle pro-Aristide holdouts.
  
The body of a young man who was executed lies on the roadside outside of Port Au Prince.
   
Residents of Gonaives hold their national flag during a patriotic street rally.