Independence from Spain
For many Latin American countries, gaining independence from Spain was a long, harsh, and tough struggle. There were many long battles, rebellions and revolts against Spain. Tension were steadily increasing between these Latin American countries.
Not all Latin American countries gained their independence at once, however. It took many long years of fighting for each country to win their independence separately. This struggle to gain independence lasted from 1806-1826. Reasons why Latin America wanted independence from Spain include :
They were tired of being told what to do
They wanted to make their own decisions
Spain had them restricted on financial growth, such as laws, trade, and tax burdens.
After winning independence from Spain, Simon Bolivar hoped to created a united republic in Latin America. From 1819-1930, it was successful under the name Gran Colombia. Yet, soon feuds among leaders, geographic barriers, and local nationalism broke Bolivar's dream. In its place, 20 new independent nations emerged.
Not all Latin American countries gained their independence at once, however. It took many long years of fighting for each country to win their independence separately. This struggle to gain independence lasted from 1806-1826. Reasons why Latin America wanted independence from Spain include :
They were tired of being told what to do
They wanted to make their own decisions
Spain had them restricted on financial growth, such as laws, trade, and tax burdens.
After winning independence from Spain, Simon Bolivar hoped to created a united republic in Latin America. From 1819-1930, it was successful under the name Gran Colombia. Yet, soon feuds among leaders, geographic barriers, and local nationalism broke Bolivar's dream. In its place, 20 new independent nations emerged.