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7 Years War
Global military conflict between 1756 and 1763, involving most of the great powers of the time affecting North and Central America, -
Revolution in Haiti
500,000 Santo Dominique slaves against French masters. Even though Napoleon sent troops the still won their independence. -
Mexico's Independence
The people of New Spain began to rebel against their government. The Mexicains end up winning against the Spanish. -
Brazil's Independence
The Brazilian Independence comprised a series of political events occurred in 1821–1823, most of which involved disputes between Brazil and Portugal regarding the call for independence presented by the Brazilian Kingdom. It is celebrated on September 7. -
Battle of Ayacucho
A decisive military encounter during the Peruvian War of Independence. It was the battle that sealed the independence of Peru, as well as the victory that ensured independence for the rest of South America. -
Battle of Navarino
Combined Ottoman and Egyptian armada was destroyed by a combined British, French and Russian naval force. It is notable for being the last major naval battle in history to be fought entirely with sailing ships. -
Canada's Independence
A movement for a greater Canadian federation grew out of the need for a common defense, the desire for a national railroad system, and the necessity of finding a solution to the problem of French and British conflict.
