Question

How did the French Revolution affect independence movements in Latin America?

Napoleon took over Spain and crushed all rebellions in Latin America.

French rebels fled to Latin America to lead independence movements.

Latin Americans became less willing to rebel because they feared the Reign of Terror.

Latin Americans were inspired by French ideals to fight for freedom.

Answer 1

Well, the Enlightenment that started in France caused the American Revolution, which then motivated France to start its revolution. Because of the increased industrialization worldwide, caused by the Industrial Revolution in England, more manufacturing occured and created new forms of communication, and new ways of industry (farms), other countries had to also use new forms of technology. Because Europe at this time was very powerful, they used controlled colonies on many areas of the world, including Latin America, which was also dominated by Spain, and Portugal, etc. These colonies' economies primarily used mining and agriculture to sustain the land. After a long time, this social inequality between farmers/peasants and the higher officials kind of forced them to revolt for independence.

Also, new ideas from the Revolution seemed very enticing for other countries and perhaps allowed them to fight for independence in order to also achieve freedom, rights, democracy, etc.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Its not French rebels fled to Latin America to lead independence movements.