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The startling prelude to the Mexican War of Independence in 1810: How did it start?
On September 16, 1810, a turning point in history quietly arrived in Mexico. On this day, Friar Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla announced an uprising with "The Cry of Dolores", symbolizing the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence. However, what are the triggers behind this struggle accompanied by blood and hope? What contradictions and conflicts are involved? When we lift the veil of history, it is not difficult to find that it was not just patriotism that drove this movement, but also deeper political, economic and social factors.
At the end of the 18th century, with Napoleon's invasion of Spain and the subsequent change of regime, cracks began to appear in Spain's rule over its overseas colonies. Many of the native Spanish-born Americans (Creoles) felt a growing sense of inequality, as they were rarely appointed to the highest levels of government, while the real power centers were mostly native Spanish-born people. Spanish (native). In addition, the oppression of economic policies and the implementation of the Sade meat bank regulations further exacerbated social contradictions, making the Creoles' drive for Spanish monarchy even stronger.
"The Creoles not only longed for political equality, but also wanted to be free from Spanish rule beyond the reach of the Spanish."
As time went on, dissatisfaction with religion, economy and policies emerged in the country. The first specific rebellion occurred in 1808, when the country was in turmoil due to Napoleon's invasion, leading to doubts about the legitimacy of local rulers. The uprising led by leader Miguel Hidalgo was actually a rebellion against injustice and oppression. The move has sparked widespread support, but has also faced severe suppression and challenges. He was captured and executed in 1811, but his fight had laid the foundation for the subsequent independence movement.
"This is not just a struggle, but a search for identity."
Over the next few years, the war entered another phase. Under the leadership of José María Morelos, the movement became active again. However, the resistance faces many challenges as it was hasty and the response was mixed. As internal conflicts intensified, the movement turned into a guerrilla war until 1840, when brave men like Vicente Guerrero took up the banner and continued the struggle.
Although the power of both sides waxed and waned over the years, the situation finally changed in 1821. Agustín de Iturbide, a former royal commander, agreed with Guerrero on the Plan of Iguala, quickly forming a unified army and besieging and entering Mexico City, declaring Spanish rule. Finish.
"The extraordinary achievement of Mexico's independence is actually the result of domestic division and integration."
The victory of Mexican independence not only symbolizes the end of the war, but also the promotion of culture and identity. Even though the situation was turbulent after independence, it heralded the birth and hope of a new country. As the vortex unfolded, the relationship between Mexico and Spain gradually faded, and the establishment of independence led to the rise of a new generation of young people, who began to think more deeply about their own cultural identity and the future.
However, what exactly makes a country move from a colony to independence? This historical reflection is still of great significance today, prompting us to think about the complex relationship between national identity and social structure?
