In colonial Latin American society, individuals who held low positions were often referred to as "indios" (Indigenous people) and "mestizos" (people of mixed Indigenous and European descent). These groups typically faced social and economic disadvantages compared to the criollo (Spanish-born in the Americas) and peninsular (Spanish-born in Spain) elites. Additionally, enslaved Africans also occupied low positions and were subjected to harsh conditions and limited rights. This hierarchical structure significantly influenced social dynamics and interactions in colonial Latin America.
Latin Americans sought independence from their parent countries, mainly Spain and Portugal. The French and American revolutions served as inspirations for Latin American independence movements, as they demonstrated the possibility of overthrowing colonial rule and establishing independent governments.
concentration of power in a small group of landowners
it is encomienda
Great Society
Yes, the Latin American independence movements generally had stronger support from Indigenous populations than the English colonies. In Latin America, many Indigenous groups saw independence as an opportunity to end oppressive colonial rule and reclaim their autonomy. In contrast, the English colonies' independence movement was primarily driven by European-descended settlers, and Indigenous peoples were often marginalized or seen as obstacles to colonial expansion. The differing social dynamics and colonial legacies played a significant role in shaping these levels of support.
society in colonial Latin America was divided into several classes
The Latin American revolutions were a series of independence movements that took place during the early 19th century, leading to the independence of many Latin American countries from Spanish and Portuguese colonial rule. The three institutions that controlled society during this time were the church, the colonial government, and the landowning elite. They controlled society for political, economic, and social power.
was organized according to a rigid class structure
latin american colonists born in spain
slaves
mestizos
MESTIZOS
Basically, he had a lousy life and fought against colonial (spanish) rule and encourage latin american nations to demand independence
The mestizos
a very unequal distribution of wealth.
mestizos...
The lowest class of Latin American society historically was made up of indigenous populations and slaves brought over from Africa. They often faced extreme poverty, discrimination, and marginalization from the rest of society.