Latin American Independence

Over time, Enlightenment ideals and the stories of the American and French Revolutions crossed the oceans to the colonies in Latin America. In this topic, you will explore how they inspired the colonies to push for independence from Spain, Portugal, and France. You will also look at how the U.S. supported the revolutions and the newly formed countries in Latin America.

Essential Questions

• How did the American and French Revolutions influence Latin American independence movements?
• What were the contributions of Toussaint L’Ouverture and Simon Bolivar to revolutions in Latin America?
• How did the Monroe Doctrine impact revolutions in Latin America?