THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
THE MONROE DOCTRINE
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creoles
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Detailed explanation-1: -The term Creole nationalism or Criollo nationalism refers to the ideology that emerged in independence movements among the Criollos (descendants of the European colonizers), especially in Latin America in the early 19th century. Creole nationalists wanted an end to control by European powers.
Detailed explanation-2: -Independence movements in South America can be traced back to slave revolts in plantations in the northernmost part of the continent and the Caribbean. In 1791, a massive slave revolt sparked a general insurrection against the plantation system and French colonial power.
Detailed explanation-3: -During the 18th and 19th centuries in Spanish America, Creoles would lead the fight for Latin American Independence due to the fear of social unrest, and the want for political and economic control from the Spanish peninsulares. Creoles in Spanish America feared social unrest.
Detailed explanation-4: -From the late 17th century to the early 18th century, creoles led the fight for independence in Latin America by seeking nationalism and more political representation, as well as resenting the system of mercantilism. One primary reason the creoles led the fight towards independence was their dislike of mercantilism.
Detailed explanation-5: -Creoles in South America, led by Simon Bolivar, followed with revolutions of their own gaining independence for the rest of Latin America.