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Initiation
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Mexican War of Independence
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Incubation Period
This is called the incubation period because the natives and creoles were not receiving the rights and jobs they wanted. It was the moment when everybody started to conspire against the Spanish. It was also the moment their conspiracy was found out. -
The Guachupines Plan
The supporters of the revolutionary movement who had weapons in their homes were discovered; Doña Josefa’s husband was ordered to raid the homes of the rioters and put them behind bars.
It was important because Allende was able to inform Hidalgo of what was occurring. -
El Grito de Dolores
At 6:00 AM, Mexican Priest Miguel Hidalgo declared Independence from Spain. Its important because after the moment the priest shouted, the war commenced and it would mark México's history- lasting 11 years. -
The Siege of Guanajuato
The Granary was was captured by the rebel army. Most of the Spaniards and Criollos were exiled. Rebels won their victories over the Spaniard troops in the Battle of the “Alhondiga de Granaditas” were they massacred everyone inside. The importance of this event is not only the fact that many people were killed, but it shows how much the rebels wanted their independence from Spain. -
The Battle of the Monte de las Cruces
The Battle of Monte de las Cruces begun, resulting with the victory of the insurgents. Hidalgo was getting close to the capital in hopes to gain their freedom, but they were met beforehand by another troop. This demonstrates how much the Spanish are fighting so that they still have controll over the rebels. -
The Battle of the Bridge of Calderón
When Calleja caught up with Miguel and Hidalgo outside of GDL. Even though Hidalgo’s army was more numerous, Calleja’s troops were well equipped and trained. The rebel army dispersed after an explosion created by the Spanish. -
Death of Hidalgo
Hidalgo died last because his trial lasted longer since he was a priest ( The inquisition had to be present in the interrogation). He was shot by a firing squad after being found guilty of treason. His death was a turning point to the revolution. Since he was the leader of the army, the leadership was given to Jose Maria Morelos. -
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Battle of Temalaca
There was a fight in Temalaca, Puebla between the Spaniards and the Mexican rebels. The rebels were led my José María Morelos and the Spaniards by Manuel de la Concha. At the end the Spaniards won and captured José María Morelos, who was later killed.
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El Plan de Iguala
The Plan of the Three Guarantees (The Plan of Iguala), was published on this date. This plan turned Mexico into a constitutional Monarchy, in which the only religion would be Roman Catholicism and all citizens would have equal social and political rights. This plan was essential for the gain of independence because it brought together all factions. -
End of War
The Mexican War of Independence finally ended on Sept 27 1821. Finally, after 11 years of fighting, the war ended and México was free.
