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Father Miguel Hidalgo

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A Mexican priest, teacher, and freethinker. The father of the homeland for being one of the starters of the Mexican Independence movement. Had both an academic and religious career. Got a bachelor's degree in philosophy and theology. It translates "The Cry of Dolores" signifying the rallying cry for Mexican Independence. Referring to the famous speech he gave.

September 16, 1810

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Jose de San Martin

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A national hero of Argentina who helped lead the revolutions against Spanish rule in Argentina, Chile and Peru. A great military commander, one of the liberators of Spanish South America. The song shows the impact an individual can have on the world through leadership and positive action.

July 12, 1821 - July 28, 1821

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Manuela Saenz

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A heroine of the struggle for independence in South America in the early 19th century. Fought to liberate her Lima and Peru from Spanish colonialism and rose to be a general in Bolivar's rebel army. This song expresses ideas of hope and amid personal struggles.

February 10, 1824 - January 28, 1827

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Simon Bolivar

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A Venezuelan soldier and statesman who played a central role in the South American Independence movement. Served president of Gran Colombia and dictator of Peru. Country of Bolivia is named for him. This song is a portrayal of oppressed people rebelling and gaining power.

August 6, 1825 - December 29, 1825

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Mexican American War

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A conflict between the United States and Mexico that lasted from 1846-1848. Marked the first United States armed conflict chiefly fought on foreign soil. War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. Treaty gave the United States Mexican territory. This song is about war events.

April 25, 1846 - February 2, 1848

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