In Mexico and Central America, Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo (1753-1811) is considered the starter of such movement, while the South American war of independence was won by liberators Jose de San Martin (1778-1850) and Simon Bolivar (1783-1830).
The Creoles
The Creoles
Creoles were the ones that had most rights in Latin America and therefore, they were the ones that led independence movements.
The intendancy system
Simon Bolivar led Latin America to its independence. He's considered the liberator of Latin America. He urged independence to the rest of the Latin American countries, and was successful in doing so.
Creole elites viewed it as a horrible example of social upheaval
The Peninsular Wars, when France led by Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Spain and Portugal.
The early nationalism movement in Latin America was inspired by various factors, including the Enlightenment ideals of liberty, equality, and self-determination, as well as the successful independence movements in North America and France. The decline of Spanish and Portuguese colonial power, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars, created an opportunity for Latin American colonies to assert their independence. Additionally, the influence of local leaders and intellectuals who promoted national identity and unity played a crucial role in galvanizing the movement towards independence and nationhood.
we helped them gain their independence
The first Latin American country to gain its independence was Mexico, which declared its independence from Spain on September 16, 1810. The movement was led by figures such as Miguel Hidalgo and José María Morelos, culminating in the official recognition of independence in 1821. This marked the beginning of a wave of independence movements across Latin America.
The Peninsular Wars, when France led by Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Spain and Portugal.
Creoles were the ones that had most rights in Latin America and therefore, they were the ones that led independence movements.