Mexican Independence from Spain Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Father Miguel Hidalgo?
A
He called for Mexican independence from Spain.
2
Q
What was Father Miguel Hidalgo’s Famos Speeh?
A
“Grito de Dolores.”
3
Q
What was Father Miguel Hidalgo called?
A
“Father of Mexico”
4
Q
What was a New threat to Texas?
A
Filibusters
5
Q
What is a Fillubuster?
A
- People who began entering Texas from the United States
- Wanted Texas to become a separate country or a part of the United States
- Looking for adventure or easy wealth
6
Q
What is the bloodiest battel ever fought on Texas soil?
A
Battle of Medina
7
Q
Who won the Battle of Medina?
A
Spanish Forces WON - The rebel army was defeated by Spanish forces.
8
Q
What was the Adams-Onis Treaty?
A
Treaty in which U.S. acquired Florida from Spain in 1819
9
Q
What year did Mexico gain independence from Spain?
A
1821
