sep 16, 1810 - Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla
Description:
Father Miguel Hidalgo issued a call of rebellion against Spanish authorities because he wanted better opportunities for the people in his village. This act caused the Mexican War of Independence. A few months after this rebellion began, Hidalgo was captured and executed for treason by the Spanish. But what he did inspired many people after him to gain their freedom.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 16, 1810
Now
~ 215 years ago