Why did the slaves in the french colony demand their freedom?

Slaves in the French colony demanded their freedom primarily due to the harsh conditions of their lives, including brutal labor, lack of rights, and inhumane treatment. Inspired by Enlightenment ideals of liberty and equality, as well as successful revolutions such as the American and Haitian revolutions, they sought to assert their humanity and claim their rights. Additionally, growing abolitionist sentiments and resistance movements fueled their desire for emancipation and social justice.