Latin American Liberation Movements

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    Haitian Revolution

    Leader: Toussaint Louverture
    Goal: Abolish slavery and gain independence from France; create the first Black republic.
  • 1791–1804

    1791–1804

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    South American Wars of Independence

    Leaders: Simón Bolívar José de San Martín
    Goal: Free northern and southern South America from Spanish control and promote unity among new nations.
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    Mexican War of Independence

    Leader: Miguel Hidalgo (later José María Morelos)
    Goal: End Spanish rule, reduce social inequality, and create an independent Mexican nation.
  • 1810–1821

    1810–1821

  • 1808–1833

    1808–1833

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    Cuban Revolution

    Leaders: Fidel Castro Che Guevara
    Goal: Overthrow Batista’s dictatorship and establish a socialist government focused on social reform.
  • 1953-1959

    1953-1959

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    Sandinista Revolution

    Leader: Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN), including Daniel Ortega
    Goal: Overthrow the Somoza dictatorship and implement social, economic, and political reforms.
  • 1961–1979

    1961–1979