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This piece delves into California's involvement in the early Mexican independence movement from 1810 to 1821. It examines the political dynamics between Peninsulares and Criollos, the impacts of indigenous oppression, and the philosophical underpinnings of rebellion influenced by Enlightenment ideas. Highlighting key figures like Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla and the events that sparked the revolt, the narrative also reflects on California's isolation, foreign observations, and the cultural significance of these events that shaped the state’s identity amid turmoil.
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POLITICS • Governor • Military • Towns • Local, self-gvt.
ISOLATION • CA: fringe • Recruit ex-soldiers • Petty criminals
Explore interior • Mission Soledad (30 miles in) • Little efforts inland
FOREIGNERS • French • English • Observations?
RUSSIANS • Nikolai Rezanov • S.F., 1806 • Concepcion Arguello, 15
REBELLION • 1810-1821
CAUSE? • Peninsulars vs. criolles • Indigenous oppression • Spanish legitimacy?
Philosophy? Enlightenment • Other rebellions • Taxation
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla • Criollo • Rebellious Priest • Children • “outcry against tyranny”
Uprising: Sept 16, 1810 • Hidalgo: “Grito de Dolores” • Revolt commences!
3 Guarantees • Independence • Roman catholic supremacy • Political equality ALL
CA • Oblivious rebellion • Backwater outpost
CA: 1810-1821 • Little comforts • - supplies from N. Spain • Presidios/pueblos vs. Missions
REBELLION? • Looting Monterrey, S.J. Cap. • Pirate vessels (Argentine)
INFLUENCE? • Indigenous • Europe • Africa
SIGNIFICANCE? • Spanish culture into 19th • ….and today • Cities, architecture • Language