establish a stable government
establish a stable government
1825
Puerto Rico
establish a stable government
After Latin American colonies became independent, their first goal was to establish stable governments, develop strong economies, and secure their borders. They also aimed to build a sense of national identity and overcome the legacy of colonization.
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Once conquered, the Aztecs and the Inca became subjects of the Spanish Crown in the new Spanish colonies in Latin America.
No. All independent countries in Latin America are republics or have governments led by a president.
Monroe Doctrine was the statement that was intended to protect newly independent nations in Latin America.
Spain and Portugal had large colonies in Latin America. Spain had the largest empire, including present-day Mexico, Central America, most of South America, and parts of the Caribbean. Portugal's colonies included Brazil.
through a series of wars and revolutions in the early 19th century. Influenced by the ideals of the Enlightenment and inspired by the American and French revolutions, local leaders and revolutionaries emerged to challenge Spanish colonial rule. Successful independence movements, led by figures like Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin, eventually led to the establishment of independent nations throughout Latin America.
Nowadays, the only French possession in the Americas is the French Guiana, in South America.