The Peruvian Revolution
Andrew, Aubrey, Kelton
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Why did it happen?
- Many revolutions took place in Latin America as a result of Napoleon's reign, enlightenment ideas, and instability in Spain.
- Lima, Peru was the capitol of Spanish rule during this time, and many Spaniards occupied this country.
- Peru was the last country in Latin America to remain loyal to Spain, but Jose de San Martin, after leading several successful revolutions, planned to free Peru from Spanish rule as well.
Important Dates and Events
- 1818- Peru won Battles of Chacabuco and Maipu
- July 28, 1821- San Martin captured Lima and declared Peru's independence
- 1822- Jose de San Martin and Simon Bolivar join forces
- August 1824- Simon Bolivar won the battle of Junin
- December 9, 1824- Simon Bolivar defeat Spain at the Battle of Ayacucho
Supporters:
Jose de San Martin
- Spanish military officer that was native of Argentina
- Declared "Protector of Peru"
- One leader of the Peruvian Revolution
Simon Bolivar
- One leader of the Peruvian Revolution
- won Battle of Junin and Battle of Ayacucho
- victories ensured Peru's independence
Bernardo O'Higgins
- Chiliean army general that joined forces with San Martin
- helped win Chacabuco and Maipu in 1818 that led to Peruvian Independence
opposers:
Jose de la Serna
- commander-in-chief of the loyalist army
- ordered to protect Peru from any of San Martin's attacks
Joaquin de la Pazuela
- Viceroy (ruler) of Peru
- appointed Jose de la Serna to protect Peru from threats of the Peruvian revolution