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What triggered the May Revolution in Buenos Aires, Argentina?
What triggered the May Revolution in Buenos Aires, Argentina?
What was established on May 22, 1810, as a result of the May Revolution?
What was established on May 22, 1810, as a result of the May Revolution?
What marked the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence?
What marked the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence?
What was a cause of the May Revolution?
What was a cause of the May Revolution?
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What was the result of the May Revolution?
What was the result of the May Revolution?
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What was recognized on May 25, 1810?
What was recognized on May 25, 1810?
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May Revolution
- Took place from May 18 to May 25, 1810, in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Marked the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence
- Triggered by the dismissal of Viceroy Baltasar Hidalgo de Cisneros by the Spanish Crown
- Led to the establishment of the Primera Junta, a local government that would eventually lead to independence from Spain
Causes:
- Economic crisis and trade restrictions imposed by Spain
- Influence of the French Revolution and the ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy
- Growing discontent among the criollos (local-born Spaniards) towards the Spanish colonial authorities
Key Events:
- May 18, 1810: The Cabildo Abierto (Open City Council) is held, where local leaders and citizens gather to discuss the situation and demand the removal of Viceroy Cisneros
- May 22, 1810: The Primera Junta is established, composed of local leaders such as Cornelio Saavedra, Juan José Castelli, and Manuel Belgrano
- May 25, 1810: The May Revolution is officially recognized, marking the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence
Consequences:
- The May Revolution paved the way for the Argentine War of Independence, which would last for several years
- Led to the eventual declaration of independence from Spain in 1816
- Established the basis for the modern Argentine state and its government structure
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Learn about the May Revolution, a pivotal event in Argentine history that marked the beginning of the country's war for independence from Spain. Discover the causes, key events, and consequences of this significant revolution.
