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American Revolution
The conflict arose from growing tensions between residents of Great Britain’s 13 North American colonies and the colonial government, which represented the British crown. The colonists fought for their freedom from Great Britain. After the Revolution, the colonists were finally independent and established a republic. -
Declaration of Independence
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French Revolution
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French Revolution
During the French Revolution, French citizens razed and redesigned their country’s political landscape, uprooting centuries-old institutions such as absolute monarchy and the feudal system. They were greatly influenced by Enlightenment ideas. The French Revolution shaped France to what it is today. -
Haitian Revolution
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Haitian Revolution
The Haitian Revolution has often been described as the largest and most successful slave rebellion in the Western Hemisphere. Slaves initiated the rebellion and they succeeded in ending not just slavery but French control over the colony. This resulted in an independent nation that is known today as Haiti. -
Latin American Revolution
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Latin American Revolution
The Latin American Revolution was caused by Spanish Bourbons who imposed reforms that provoked instability. Creoles felt disrespected and wanted free trade, so thus the Latin American Revolution happened. This revolution resulted in the creation of independent countries in Latin America.
