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Faustin Edmond Wirkus, King of La Gonave, Haiti
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Faustin Edmond Wirkus, King of La Gonave, Haiti
Faustin Edmond Wirkus (1896-1945), King of La Gonave, Haiti as Faustin II, ruling from 1926 to 1929. He had been a Polish-American US Marine stationed in Haiti during the US occupation, but was removed and transferred to the US mainland. Date: 1932
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1932 Controversial Edmond Faustin Haiti Kings Occupation Polish Ruler Shirt Smart Unconventional Unusual
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Faustin Edmond Wirkus: The Unconventional King of La Gonave, Haiti (1932) This striking portrait captures Faustin Edmond Wirkus, an extraordinary figure in Haitian history, as the self-proclaimed King of La Gonave, Haiti, known as Faustin II, from 1926 to 1929. Born in Poland in 1896, Wirkus immigrated to the United States and served as a US Marine in Haiti during the American occupation from 1915 to 1934. However, his tenure with the Marines came to an end when he was removed and transferred to the US mainland due to controversial actions. Despite his past as a US Marine, Wirkus returned to Haiti and, in 1926, declared himself king of the island of La Gonave. His reign was marked by unconventional methods, including the implementation of a unique legal system based on his personal interpretation of the Bible. Wirkus's rule was also characterized by his distinctive attire, which contrasted sharply with the traditional clothing of Haitian kings. In this portrait, he is depicted wearing a smart jacket, tie, and shirt, which underscores his defiance of expectations and his desire to present himself as a modern, Western-influenced monarch. The 1930s were a time of great change in Haiti, and Wirkus's reign was a reflection of the complex and often contentious relationship between the country and its foreign influences. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man who, despite his controversial past and unconventional methods, left an indelible mark on Haitian history.
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