Ville de L'Estère is the primary settlement of L'Estère, Haiti.
Neighboring sections
| Northwest 2e Petites-Desdunes |
Northeast  1re Lacroix-Perisse | |
|---|---|---|
| Ville de L'Estère |
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| Southwest 1re Desdunes, DED |
Southeast 2e Fossé-Naboth, DES |
History[]
Pont de l'Estère[]
Situated along the Estère River, this structure was in a state of disrepair, having been constructed during the colonial era. A boundary of the Mirebalais district once began at the Pont de l'Estère, extending to to Bac d'Aquin located on the Artibonite River. Another boundary of the same district originates from Crête Sale and proceeds westward to the Pont de l'Estère. The northwestern boundary of the Saint Marc district follows the left bank of the Artibonite River to the Bac d'Aquin, crosses the river at this point to reach the Pont de l'Estère, and continues to the sea, tracing the water's course. This boundary is adjacent to the southern part of the Gonaives district. During the Chamber session on July 28, 1890, a deputy proposed allocating $5,000 in the budget for the reconstruction of the Estère bridge, which bisects the city.
- During the Northern insurrection in February 1889, government forces stationed at Bac d'Aquin and Carrefour Mapou (Pont de l'Estère) disrupted all direct communications between the districts of Gonaives, Saint Marc, and Dessalines. On March 1 at 7 a.m., they faced a vigorous assault from three divisions: one from Gonaïves, another from Petite Rivière, and the third from Marchand. These divisions were ultimately defeated and scattered, leaving behind a significant number of casualties, including dead and wounded, as well as flags, drums, and bugles. Notably, the 3rd regiment distinguished itself in this engagement. The control of these positions quickly shifted to the Northerners, isolating General O. Piquant, the Minister of the Interior stationed in Grande-Saline, from the city and compelling him to retreat to Dessalines (commune) to defend himself.
References[]
Rossins P-st - Local Guide. [1]