Operation Uphold Democracy: U.S. Invasion of Haiti (Sept 19, 1994 – March 31, 1995) #map #maps #geography #history #usa This map animation shows the U.S.-led Operation Uphold Democracy, launched on September 19, 1994, to restore Haiti’s elected president, Jean-Bertrand Aristide. The operation ended on March 31, 1995, after a peaceful military intervention and stabilization effort. No narration—just a visual timeline of one of the rare U.S. missions focused on restoring democracy.