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Revolutions in Latin America

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This article explores the oppression faced by Indians and Creoles under Spanish colonial rule in Latin America, highlighting their struggles for rights and freedoms. It examines Simon Bolivar's Enlightenment-inspired vision for liberty and equality, influenced by both the American and French Revolutions. The article details Bolivar's revolutionary activities, from secret meetings to military battles, ultimately leading to the liberation of several South American countries. It also introduces Brazil's unique bloodless revolution under Dom Pedro, a pivotal moment in the fight for freedom.

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  1. Revolutions in Latin America • How were Indians & creoles oppressed under Spanish rule in Latin America? • What ideas influenced Simon Bolivar in his struggle to liberate Latin America? • How did Bolivar & his followers free Latin America from Spanish rule?

  2. How were Indians & creoles oppressed under Spanish rule in Latin America? • Indians suffered from overwork, malnutrition & disease • Creoles were not allowed to own certain businesses & were excluded from the highest positions in the church & government • It was dangerous for members of either group to speak out against the government

  3. What ideas influenced Simon Bolivar in his struggle to liberate Latin America? • Bolivar was inspired by Enlightenment ideas focusing on people’s right to freedom & equality • He was also inspired by the American Revolution & French Revolution

  4. How did Bolivar & his followers free Latin America from Spanish rule? • Bolivar first spread his ideas by holding secret meetings • Then he recruited soldiers & fought a series of battles against the Spanish

  5. Spanish South America • Simon Bolivar wins independence for Venezuela • Jose de San Martin defeats Spanish forces in Chile • Martin turns army over to Bolivar • Bolivar defeats Spanish in Peru • Colonies win complete freedom from Spain

  6. Simon Bolivar

  7. Brazil ·  Napoleon invades Portugal > the royal family flees to Brazil ·  After Napoleon’s defeat, the king of Portugal’s son (Dom Pedro) stays in Brazil · Dom Pedro sides with Creoles & declares independence from Portugal (1822) · Unique revolution in Latin America > bloodless