Revolution and Independence in Latin America
Author | : Meredith Day |
Publisher | : Encyclopaedia Britannica |
Total Pages | : 182 |
Release | : 2015-07-15 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781680480313 |
ISBN-10 | : 1680480316 |
Rating | : 4/5 (16 Downloads) |
Download or read book Revolution and Independence in Latin America written by Meredith Day and published by Encyclopaedia Britannica. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Between 1808 and 1826, all of mainland Latin America became independent from Spain and Portugal, the colonial powers that had ruled the region for three centuries. Undesirable economic restrictions and a caste system that favored those born in Europe made the conditions for revolution ripe in the Americas. Combined with the actions of insightful leaders-most notably Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin-Latin American independence was all but guaranteed. This title explores the revolutions, their historical causes, and the new nations' ensuing struggles, providing invaluable context for understanding the culture, politics, and social identity of the region today."