Latin American Independence Movements (1810 CE)

Name: Latin American Independence Movements
Start: 1810-01-01
Location: Latin American Independence Movements

In the early nineteenth century, independence movements intensified in Latin America, which was under Spanish and Portuguese colonial rule.

Taking advantage of the weakening of the mother countries following Napoleon's invasion of the Iberian Peninsula, local movements launched uprisings in various regions. The struggles led by figures such as Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín resulted in the emergence of many independent states in the following years and fundamentally changed the political map of the continent.

Related civilizations

Kingdom of Spain

Frequently asked questions

What was Latin American Independence Movements?: In the early nineteenth century, independence movements intensified in Latin America, which was under Spanish and Portuguese colonial rule.
When did Latin American Independence Movements happen?: 1810 CE