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American Revolution
1765-1783
People fought for their right to liberty, life, and the pursuit of happiness.
This occured in the United States of America.
Aggressor: Great Britain Victim: Colonies
The efforts were successful because today exists the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and creation of a new independent, democratic nation. -
French Revolution
1789-1794
Social equality, along with rights to property (tax), life, and liberty were being violated.
Occurred in France.
Aggressor: First and Second estate Victim: Third Estate (the people)
Although they overthrew the Monarch and implemented a national assembly made up of the people, the overall revolution was much longer and bloodier and the Monarch had no way to help the people in the first place; the revolution was not entirely successful. -
Venezuelan Independence
1810-1823
People fought for liberty, property, and equality throughout all classes.
This occurred in Venezuela.
Aggressor: Spain Victim: Venezuela
The efforts to resist were initially successful, they gained many liberties throughout all social classes. However, Spain once again regained control before Venezuela reclaimed independence in 1823. -
Philippine Revolution
1896-1898
People fought for liberty and they wanted their freedom from Spain.
Philippines
Aggressor: Spain Victim: Filipinos
The efforts to resist were unsuccessful because after Spain ceded control over the Philippines, the U.S. claimed the land as a territory. -
Xinhai Revolution
1911-1912
The revolution was fought for liberty and against poor governing and security to protect the people.
China
Aggressor: Qing State (the government) Victim: People of China
The effort of resistance worked and the Republic of China was established and later became a communistic government under the rule of Mao Zedong. -
Mexican Indepenence
1910-1924
People fought for liberty property and equality: Spain was opposed to foreigners living in the country.
This occurred in Mexico.
Aggressor: Spain Victim: Mexico
Mexico had a successful revolution; the country established a new government with equal rights and opportunity for citizens.
