"The Struggle for Independence" (Mexico)

Miguel Hidalgo

Miguel Hidalgo - Mexican priest and

leader of the Native and mestizo

revolt that started the Mexican War
for independence against Spain in

1810

The Cry of Dolores

Which groups
heard Hidalgo’s
speech on
September 16?

Why is Hidalgo’s
speech known as
the Cry of Dolores?

Were the Mexicans prepared to fight the

Spanish? Explain.

The Struggle Continues

Jose Morelos
- Mexican
leader in the
revolution
against Spain

How was Morelos
similar to Hidalgo?

Independence at Last

How did the rebels
continue to fight after
Morelos was
executed?

Agustin de Iturbide -
First leader of Mexico
after it won its
independence
against Spain in 1821

The Plan of Iguala

Plan of Iguala - 1821
independence plan for Mexico.
1. Iturbide becomes emperor
2. The Roman Catholic church
would remain the official church
of Mexico.
3. Equal rights to all Mexicans.