Independence and the background of it

  • Foreign Invasions and Occupations

    These events fostered a spirit of resistance among the local inhabitants, contributing to the development of a sense of identity and the perception that they could defend themselves against external forces
  • Social and Racial Inequalities

    The struggle for independence in Mexico incorporated the demand for social equality and the abolition of slavery, seeking to overcome existing social and racial divisions.
  • Bourbon Reforms

    The Bourbon reforms contributed to the formation of a political and social consciousness, serving as a catalyst for the search for autonomy and resistance against colonial rule.
  • Tension with US

    Development of tensions between the American colonies and European colonial powers, especially in the wake of conflicts such as the Seven Years' War.
  • Influence of the Enlightenment and the French Revolution

    These ideals inspired Mexican independence leaders, such as Miguel Hidalgo and José María Morelos, who embraced principles of equality, freedom, and justice in their struggle for independence.
  • Conspiracies and pre-independence movements

    These conspiratorial movements prepared the ground for the outbreak of the struggle for independence, providing an organizational framework and an initial impetus to the independence cause.
  • Napoleonic invasion of Spain

    Creating a power vacuum that leads to the formation of governing boards in Latin America.
  • Mexican independence

    Collaboration between criollos, mestizos, indigenous peoples, and other social groups in the struggle for independence.
  • Unification in the seizure of power

    Formation of boards and congresses where different sectors of society participate in discussions and decision-making
  • Start of idependence

    Seeking international support. Alliances with other countries and political leaders who also sought independence from colonial empires.
  • Growing up together

    in the 1820´s and 1830´s there was a lot of efforts to build a unified national identity, encouraging education, the promotion of local culture, and the creation of national symbols.
  • Less racism

    Significant changes in the situation of ethnic groups, such as the abolition of slavery and the active participation of indigenous communities in the construction of new nations.
  • Power problems

    Internal challenges in the consolidation of independence. Conflicts between local leaders and questions about the structure of new states.