PPT-Why did Latin American colonies want independence?

Creoles American born whites in colonies began to question European colonial policies The nonCreole nonEuropean majority resented European colonial government But due to class differences actual movements in Latin America do not begin until movements in Europe prompt action in the colonies. . “. let us disappoint the men who are raising themselves upon the ruin of this country”. Samuel Addams, 1776. Phase II – A New Republic. Key Topics Covered. Influence of British political System. Create a tree map with 3 branches!. Title is “Revolutions in the Americas”. Branch #1 is “Haitian Revolution”. Branch #2 is “Mexican Revolution”. Branch #3 is “South American Revolution”. Build up, overview, results. I can . analyze the declaration of Independence in order to evaluate which Enlightenment Ideas are present in the document.. What is a Contagion? . a : rapid communication of an influence (as a doctrine or emotional state). 1791-1845. Independence Movements in Latin America. European domination of Latin . America. Spread . of Enlightenment . ideas. American . and French . revolutions. Growth . of nationalism in Latin America. Toussaint L’Overture and El Libertador . Background to A Rebellion. One of the key moments in the spread of the Atlantic revolutions to Latin America and the Caribbean was the Haitian Rebellion (1791-1804). The Congress of Vienna. The allies of Europe’s major powers restored many former rulers and borders, bringing Europe back in some measure to the way it had been before the French Revolution.. To some degree, this gathering of crowned heads was a triumphant celebration of the defeat of Napoleon. . Setting the Stage. Spanish and Portuguese colonists were denied political power and had economic restrictions placed upon . them.. The Latin American colonists had little to no representation in the mother countries of Spain & Portugal, and although they were the producers of the goods/foods used in trade, they had little to say in the trading business. . outposts of control for Europe. Catholicism. is the major religion. Colonies mirror their . mother countries. Wealth gained through . Mining precious metals. Viceroys. – royal officials who rule. Latin American Independence. Revolution in Haiti. Haiti was originally known as . Sante. . Domingue. and was a French colony. Its main product was sugar which was harvested on large plantations by African slaves. Latin American Independence. Revolution in Haiti. Haiti was originally known as . Sante. . Domingue. and was a French colony. Its main product was sugar which was harvested on large plantations by African slaves. (1810 – 1825). AP World History Notes. Chapter 17. Spanish American Revolutions. Inspired by the North American, French, and Haitian Revolutions. Intellectuals had become familiar with ideas from the European Enlightenment. Latin American Society. 6 groups . 2. . power groups. Controlled land, wealth, and power in Spanish colonies . Peninsulares. -. . people born in Spain . Tiny part of population. Held high offices in Spanish colonial government. Intellectual Origins . Write down your opinion to the question: Can ideas cause a revolution? Explain your answer.. Intellectual Origins. Intro:. It is not an uncommon argument (both by historians and others) to suggest that the American Revolution was started by ideas or ideals. Rhetorical Analysis. Thomas Jefferson: Primary writer. The writers of the Declaration of Independence establish their ethical standing--that they are men of good sense, good character, and good will--first, by acknowledging that they need to explain to the world the reasons for their actions. .