Independence Movements

  • America

    America gained their independence from Britain and military leader George Washington become the country's first president. 1775-1800
  • France

    The French Revolution introduced democratic ideals and lead to the rule of Napoleon. 1789-1815
  • Haiti

    Haiti gained their independence from France. Francois Dominique Toussaint L'Ouverture and other rebellious slaves created a military force against France. 1789-1804
  • Spanish South America

    Simon Bolivar was a military leader who became the leader of the independence movement in Venezuela
  • Mexico

    Miguel Hidalgo was the leader of the Mexico independence movement until he was executed. Jose Maria Morelos continued to lead the revolution. 1810-1823
  • Brazil

    Brazil gained independence from Britain under Pedro I. 1831