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Execution of Miguel Hidalgo
Hidalgo is shot to death under orders of the Spanish authorities for his heretic opinions. His cause continues under another priest, José María Morelos y Pavón. -
Paraguayan Independence
Independence of Paraguay occured when colonists overthrow the Spanish governor themselves. In this building the colonists began their rebellion against Spainsh rule. -
Battle of Rancagua
A battle during the Chilean War for Independence. Chileans were defeated by Spanish forces. This defeat caused commander Bernardo O'Higgins to seek assistance in Jose de San Martin -
Independence of Chile
Chilean Independence led by Bernardo O'Higgins. O'Higgins was placed in power by San Martin to liberate Chile, and remained as a dictator in Chile to encourage and support the nation's reformations. -
Brazilian Independence
Dom Pedro, regent of Brazil son of John IV of Portugal, declares Brazilian independence from Portugal. -
The Thousand Days' War
Colombian Civil War. This war was raised with disagreements between liberals and conservatives. There was no true victor, and nearly 100,000 Colombian lives were lost. While the war was taking place, the United States helped Panama, a Colombian holding, to independence. -
Independence of Argentina
Argentine independence from Spain; Led by Jose de San Martin. Building where Argentine Independence was declared.
