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The Wars for Independece
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Epigmenio González´s Arrest
Important figures, amung them Miguel Hidalgo, were targeted for arrest. The Spanish authorities found out about the secret meetings that were occurring. They searched Epigmenio González´s house in Queretaro, where they found hidden arms and ammunition. -
Grito de Dolores
Doña Josefa told Igancio Pérez to find Ignacio Allende in San Miguel and tell him the news about the discovery of the conspiracy. Allende was not at home, so he told the news to Juan de Aldama, and then Aldama warned Father Miguel Hidalgo in Dolores. Hidalgo, Allende and Aldama met at Hidalgo´s house and they realized that orders for their arrest had been sent - Hidalgo carried out the famous Grito de Dolores, indicating the start of the Independence. -
Approach to Guanajuato
Hidalgo approached Guanajuato and hundreds of silver miners joined, they were angry and ready to fight. Riaño´s army was prepared and knew how to fight strategically. The famous El Pipila lead the attackers. -
Monte de las Cruces Battle
Hidalgo and Allende felt confident about their numerous army. The anticipated battle took place at Monte de las Cruces, Mexico City, and the Spaniards were forced to step down. -
Royalist Troops Catch Up
Spanish troops caught up with the rebels. They shot the rebel´s ammunition wagon, injuring many rebels and causing panic. Many rebels fled the scene. -
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Consolidation
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Decapitation of Hidalgo
Hidalgo was charged guilty of heresy and treason. He was decapitated, and his head was hung in a pole and put on display on the wall of the granary in Guanajuato. -
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Resistance
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Morelos Dies
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Plan de Iguala
The Plan de Iguala is promulgated by Iturbide. He guarenteed three things to Mexicans: Mexico would be independent, criollos and peninsulares would be equal, and lastly, the Roman Catholic church would be the official religion of the land. -
End of Wars of Independence
After signing the Plan de Iguala, Iturbide entered Mexico City marking the end of the 11 year war. Mexico was officially independent.
