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They were able to hold on to power because they were backed by the military.

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Which term refers to the military dictators who took power in Latin America after the Spanish were driven out?

caudillos


Why do you think upper-class Latin America favored governments run by caudillos?

I think that the upper-class favored this because they were able to hold on to power because thet were backed by the military.


Who were the caudillos?

Many Latin American army leaders had gained fame and power during their long struggle for independence. And they controlled the new nations as military dictators, caudillos.


Why did caudillos rise power in south America?

The caudillos were notable for their fierce control of power and unquestioning loyalty to the U.S policy.


Why would Santa Anna like to be president and general at the same times?

He was one of Latin America's most powerful caudillos and he wanted to support a measure one year and oppose it the next if he thought that would keep him in power. He valued his power a lot.


How were latin American caudillos able to achieve power?

Latin American caudillos gained power by exploiting political instability and social unrest following independence from colonial rule. They often emerged as military leaders, leveraging their control over armed forces to assert authority and rally popular support. Additionally, they capitalized on regionalism and personalist politics, fostering loyalty among their followers through charisma and patronage. Their ability to navigate shifting alliances and conflicts further solidified their dominance in the volatile political landscape of the time.


How did the great depression contribute to the rise to power of caudillos?

the caudillos established social programs to aid rising unempolyment.


How did the great depression contribute to the rise to power caudillos?

the caudillos established social programs to aid rising unempolyment.


Who ruled Latin America during the 1800s?

it was ruled by a series of unjust and racist caudillos who were the creoles that had come into power after the peninsularies fled back to spain due to successful revolutiions led by simon bolivar and jose de san martin among others


How much of its power does Latin amer get from hydroelectricity?

What is Latin america


Big stick diplomacy in latin America?

Increased United States power in Latin America.


What country was the primary colonial power in Latin America?

The primary colonial power in Latin America was the country Spain. However, the Portuguese had power over the country of Brazil.