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Peninsulares-Person of Spanish birth. (Iberian Peninsula)- Held high office in colonial governments

Creoles-Person of full European heritage but born in the New World

Mestizos-Person of mixed European and Native American Heritage

Mulattoes- Person of mixed European and African Heritage (Often slaves but likely to receive emancipation)

Slaves- A person of African heritage who were enslaved by the Europeans

(During European Colonization of the Americas)

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What was the Revolt of the Bayot Brothers in 1822?

In the 19th century Philippines, there was tension between the "peninsulars" and the "creoles." The creoles resented the peninsulars for their priveleges, and thus Bayot brothers conspired to overthrow the government because it was dominated by peninsulars. Unfortunately for them, the conspiracy was discovered days before the revolt, and Bayot brothers were put on trial and imprisoned.


What was the role of the Spanish colonial society peon peninsular creole mulatto and mestizo?

In Spanish colonial society, the peon was a laborer often bound to landowners, primarily indigenous or of mixed descent, working under harsh conditions. The peninsulars were Spaniards born in Spain, holding the highest social and political power, while creoles were individuals of Spanish descent born in the colonies, often resenting the dominance of peninsulars. Mulattos, of mixed European and African ancestry, and mestizos, of mixed European and indigenous ancestry, occupied a lower social status and faced discrimination but could sometimes gain economic mobility. This complex hierarchy influenced social dynamics, economic opportunities, and political power within colonial society.


Name the classes of spanish colonial society?

Peninsulares, Creoles, mestizos, Native American


Why were creoles anxious for statehood?

The creoles did not like being under American rule, but they knew they would have more control when the territory became a state.


What did the white Creoles and Creoles of color have in common?

White Creoles and Creoles of color shared a common cultural heritage rooted in colonial history, particularly in regions like Louisiana and the Caribbean. Both groups often spoke French and embraced a distinct Creole identity that included unique customs, cuisines, and social practices. However, their experiences diverged significantly due to racial and social hierarchies, with white Creoles typically enjoying greater privileges and status compared to Creoles of color, who faced systemic discrimination. Despite these differences, both groups contributed to the rich tapestry of Creole culture.

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What are Belize mixed with?

Mennonites, Garifuna, Mayas, Meztizos, creoles and Chinese. The Garifuna, Mayas, Meztizos and creales are the ones who procreate with each other.


What was the Revolt of the Bayot Brothers in 1822?

In the 19th century Philippines, there was tension between the "peninsulars" and the "creoles." The creoles resented the peninsulars for their priveleges, and thus Bayot brothers conspired to overthrow the government because it was dominated by peninsulars. Unfortunately for them, the conspiracy was discovered days before the revolt, and Bayot brothers were put on trial and imprisoned.


What is someone from Miami called?

meztizos


Which social class dominated Latin America in 1800's?

Peninsulars


Are there any peninsulars in antigua?

Yes there is at least one named Crabs Peninsular


Site of a battle in the Peninsular War?

THE TOWN OF WATERLOO Waterloo's in Belgium and was not in the Peninsulars. There were many sites but the most famous site in the peninsulars were Valencia, Rolica, Sahagun, Corunna, Porto, Talavera, Bussaco, Funentes de Onoro, Salamanca, Vitoria, San Sebastion and many others.


How did the relationship between the peninsulars and creoles contribute to the fight for independence in Spanish America?

They competed for special administration positions in the Americas, which caused friction between the groups and made them see themselves as having separate identities. Usually, peninsulares were given these opportunities and criollos were effectively banned from government. This led to resentment among the criollos who eventually led the movements for independence from Spain because of this political exclusion.


How did the relationship between peninsulars and creoles contribute to the fight for independance in spanish America?

They competed for special administration positions in the Americas, which caused friction between the groups and made them see themselves as having separate identities. Usually, peninsulares were given these opportunities and criollos were effectively banned from government. This led to resentment among the criollos who eventually led the movements for independence from Spain because of this political exclusion.


Who were creoles?

I am Creole . We Creoles are a mix of French , Spanish , Native American and African . We are from Louisiana . There are also Creoles in the West Indies with French and Spanish descent . Us Creoles from Louisiana are descendants of French and Spainsh colonial settlers in Louisiana .


Which group would have been most likely to support the revolutions in latin america?

Creoles


What was the role of the Spanish colonial society peon peninsular creole mulatto and mestizo?

In Spanish colonial society, the peon was a laborer often bound to landowners, primarily indigenous or of mixed descent, working under harsh conditions. The peninsulars were Spaniards born in Spain, holding the highest social and political power, while creoles were individuals of Spanish descent born in the colonies, often resenting the dominance of peninsulars. Mulattos, of mixed European and African ancestry, and mestizos, of mixed European and indigenous ancestry, occupied a lower social status and faced discrimination but could sometimes gain economic mobility. This complex hierarchy influenced social dynamics, economic opportunities, and political power within colonial society.


What was the significence of Creoles?

The significance of the Creoles is about the mixed race culture that helped form the lifestyles of Louisiana. Creoles are rich with colorful history and a distinct way of cooking that has made New Orleans famous.