Latin American Revolutions

Latin American Revolutions

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1808-1825

3.Toussaint Louverture

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3.Jose de San Martin

1.Miguel Hidalgo.

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2. Simon Boliver

Miguel Hidalgo

Who: Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Mexican Catholic priest. What: He was a key figure in the Mexican War of Independence, leading a rebellion against Spanish colonial rule. When: Hidalgo initiated the Mexican War of Independence on September 16, 1810, by ringing the bell of his church and delivering the Grito de Dolores (Cry of Dolores). Where: The movement began in the town of Dolores (now Dolores Hidalgo), in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico. Why: While his march on Mexcio City was unsuccessful and he was later executed the movement he inspired led to social change and the eventual independence for Mexico.

Simon Bolivar

Y simón simón de la patria no haría su entonación tienes que hacer todavía simón simón si no tienes que hacer todavía ayer fue espada guerrera del pensamiento y acción ayer fue espada guerrera si es el propio que dio a luz a cinco banderas próximo siempre la patria nos veía su entonación tienes que hacer todavía sigo sigo tienes que hacer para la vida comodidades y riqueza por la patria abandono y último la riqueza muy de grandeza este cubrió sin perseguir la grandeza sí sí perseguir la grandeza de la patria de simón que nació tienes que hacer todavía y vos tenés que hacer todavía Y me concibo si voy la patria dormía y entonación tienes que hacer todavía 20 ruegos lo mataron y santa marta muriósimón simón en berruecos la matando pero a su pueblo brillo éramos como quiero amar de amor con que lo amamos simón simón tiene la magia de unos días entonación tienes que hacer todavía si vos hijos tienes que ser todavía un hombre de tanta talla siempre los cuernos si si si no somos un hombre en estas la talla sentado al lado de dios sigue librando más allá de sí mismo y sigue librando batallas tribus hijos de la patria en una fría y en tu nación tienes que hacer para la vida si vos y vos tienes que hacer todavía vivo sí sí sí sí

Simon Bolivar

Who: Simon Bolivar was a prominent Venezuelan military and political leader who played a key role in the liberation of several South American countries from Spanish colonial rule during the early 19th century. He is often referred to as "El Libertador" (The Liberator). What: Bolivar led numerous military campaigns across South America, to overthrow Spanish rule and establish independent nations. He envisioned a united South America, free from colonial control, and worked towards this goal tirelessly. When: Bolivar's active period was during the early to mid-19th century. He was born on July 24, 1783, and died on December 17, 1830. Where: Bolivar's military campaigns and political activities primarily took place in the northern regions of South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. Why: Bolivar was motivated by a strong sense of nationalism and a desire to liberate South America from Spanish colonial oppression. He was influenced by Enlightenment ideas of liberty, equality, and independence, as well as by the examples of successful independence movements in Europe and North America. Bolivar believed that the people of South America deserved to govern themselves and determine their own destinies, free from foreign domination.

Jose de San Martin

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What: Led military campaigns to achieve independence for South American nations from Spanish rule. Organized the Army of the Andes and led the liberation of Chile and Peru. Recognized as one of the principal liberators of South America alongside Simón Bolívar. When: Active during the early 19th century, particularly from the 1810s to the 1820s. Where: Conducted military campaigns in various regions of South America, including Argentina, Chile, and Peru. Led the crossing of the Andes from Argentina into Chile. Fought battles in Chile, Peru, and other parts of South America. Why: Motivated by a deep sense of patriotism and desire for independence for South American nations. Witnessed the injustices and oppression of Spanish colonial rule in South America. Inspired by Enlightenment ideals and the examples of the American and French Revolutions. Believed in the principles of liberty, equality, and self-determination.

Who: Toussaint Louverture Born into slavery around 1743 in Saint-Domingue (present-day Haiti). A self-educated former slave who became a military leader and revolutionary figure. Led the Haitian Revolution against French colonial rule. What: Haitian Revolution A successful anti-slavery and anti-colonial insurrection. Fought primarily against French colonial forces but also against Spanish and British interests in the region. Resulted in the establishment of Haiti as the first independent black republic in the Americas. When: Late 18th to early 19th century Toussaint Louverture rose to prominence in the late 1790s. The Haitian Revolution spanned from roughly 1791 to 1804. Louverture's leadership was pivotal during the period of 1791-1803. Where: Saint-Domingue (Haiti) The revolution primarily took place on the island of Hispaniola, which was then divided between the French colony of Saint-Domingue and the Spanish colony of Santo Domingo (present-day Dominican Republic). Louverture's leadership was particularly influential in Saint-Domingue, where he organized slave revolts and later established control. Why: Louverture fought to end slavery and achieve freedom for himself and his fellow enslaved people. The revolution aimed to overthrow French colonial rule and establish an independent Haiti. The Haitian Revolution inspired liberation movements and anti-colonial struggles globally. Toussaint Louverture remains a symbol of resistance against oppression and colonialism.