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= These are some of the key events of the revolution. = Mexicans were mad at Spanish rule .Literary and social club, led by Padre Hidalgo, created a revolution.

Hidalgo began to question authority; instead of teaching traditional material, he was also spending more time talking about ways to improve the government.

By 1810 Mexico had had been under Spanish rule for 300 years.

Allende and Hidalgo could claim they were against France.

After 11 years of fighting “Cry of Dolores” finally reached its goal.

Hidalgo wanted to capture Mexico City and if he succeeds it would end Spanish resistance but found out he was alone and no one supported him. Mexico City was defense less.

Rebel’s continued to win battles and every battle they won more people joined.

Hidalgo a priest and not a soldier led the revolution

Jose wanted all the people to be treated equal.

Pebles wanted revenge so they started their own army.