PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Mexican War of Independence
1808- France Conquers Spain
Grito de Dolores- September 16
"Let us unite all people who have been born on this happy soil."
What was the Grito de Dolores about?
Father Hidalgo
- Wanted more rights for the poor
- Wanted liberation from Spain
- supported by Texas settlers
- was captured and executed by Spain
- Supported "enlightenment ideas"