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Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

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  • Birth

    Birth
    Born in Guanajuato into a wealthy family, son of Cristóbal Hidalgo Costilla and Ana María Gallaga.

  • Rector

    Rector
    He assumed the position of rector of the Colegio de San Nicolás

  • Priest

    Priest
    He took over the parish of Dolores, Guanajuato. He worried about improving the conditions of his community.

  • Conspiracy

    Conspiracy
    Conspiracy is forged in Valladolid to form a junta to govern the country on behalf of Fernando VII.

  • Cry of independence

    Cry of independence
    I carry the Virgin of Guadalupe as a banner, and began the struggle for independence

  • Death

    Death
    Hidalgo was defeated near Guadalajara by royalist forces.

  • First insurgent

    First insurgent
    He was recognized as the first insurgent and Father of the Nation.