Many were controlled by caudillos (military leaders) after Liberation.
caudillos
Military leaders
Many were controlled by caudillos (military leaders) after Liberation.
Many were controlled by caudillos (military leaders) after Liberation.
Caudillos
The Catholic church
The Catholic Church
Foreign companies often controlled the economies of Latin American countries
During the colonial period, Spain and Portugal controlled most of the land in Latin American countries. After gaining independence, land ownership became more diverse, but a significant portion remained in the hands of elites and large landowners.
There's to be about 20 Latin American countries
The Latin American countries are juggling to face protection. The Latin American countries are wanting to protect their rain forests.
Simon Bolivar was a revolutionary and a hero in Latin America. He urged Latin American countries to unify and revolt against Spain. His efforts resulted in the liberation of Panama, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador, and Columbia.