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Audiencia of Guatemala declared independence from Spain
This was the first step in Nicaragua's attempt to gain complete independence. Upon separating from Spain, Guatemala joined the Mexican Empire. This movement was led by General Agustin de Iturbide and it was won without the war that typically precedes independence (http://www.countriesquest.com/central_america/guatemala/history/independence.htm). This source is an article describing in detail the history and independence of Guatemala. It was made to provide a collective history of Central America -
United Provinces of Central America declares its independence from Mexico
Separatist feelings grew throughout the time Nicaragua was part of the Mexican Empire. The United Provinces of Central America separated from Mexico and each province formed its own government. However, the idea of centralized power led to further conflict. The group mainly consisted of Creoles, and in the new government, they were the only ones who were able to vote (https://www.britannica.com/place/United-Provinces-of-Central-America). This source is an informational online encyclopedia. -
Nicaraguan Independence
Attempts to centralize government among the provinces led to civil war. After several years of conflict, Nicaragua declared its own independence. While this date marks the complete freedom of Nicaragua, the independence celebrations that happen today commemorate the country's previous separation from Spain (https://vianica.com/go/specials/5-independence_Nicaragua.html). This source is a Nicaragua history, travel, and information site. It provides facts about travel there and the country itself. -
Jose Santos Zelaya comes to power
Previously, Nicaragua had a relatively calm, consevative government. Zelaya was a ruthless leader whose liberal policies modernized Nicaragua in several ways. He expanded the military and increased exports. There was a revolt within the conservative party, weakening it enough for Zelaya to take over (http://latinamericanhistory.about.com/od/presidentscentralamerica/p/08JSZelaya.htm). This source an educational website designed to inform the public on Latin American history -
Zelaya Overthrown
Conservative opposition built during Zelaya's reign until 1909 when many party members led a successful, US supported revolt. An era of foreign tension and intervention followed. The US government always hated Zelaya and resorted to building anti-Zelaya propaganda until they had enough support to act (https://libcom.org/history/us-orchestrated-overthrow-nicaraguan-government-1910). This source is a news and history website designed to encourage readers to use the past to improve the present.
