The Pueblo Revolt (0h 49min, aug 10, 1680 y – 12h 50min, aug 21, 1680 y)
Description:
Cause: Two main causes of the Pueblo Revolution were religion and forced labor. Spanish soldiers/priests brought upon a harsh labor system called “Encomienda”. They also prevented Pueblo Indians from worshiping their gods.Effect: The revolt created a setback in the expansion of the Spanish empire. Many Christian objects and churches were destroyed.
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Date:
0h 49min, aug 10, 1680 y
12h 50min, aug 21, 1680 y
~ 11 days
