1. Revolutions in Europe and Latin America
Section 3: Revolts in Latin America
Discontent Fans the Fires
-The revolts that took place in Europe inspired many in Latin America
Social structures & political systems denied many people status, wealth, power, and freedom from slavery.
When Napoleon invaded Spain in 1808, Latin American rebel leaders saw an opportunity to gain independence.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What Enlightenment ideas may have inspired Bolívar’s words?” (Sample: natural rights of people to liberty, self-government)
When showing Color Transparency 123, ask, “Looking at the graph, what tensions would you expect to find?” (resentment that power was concentrated in the hands of the few Europeans)
When showing Color Transparency 124, ask students to identify aspects of the painting that make Bolívar appear as a great hero. Explain that it was inspired by Jacques-Louis David’s painting of Napoleon crossing the Alps.
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2. Revolutions in Europe and Latin America
Section 3: Revolts in Latin America
Slaves Win Freedom for Haiti
-The first Latin American revolution took place in Haiti.
-Toussaint L’Ouverture led a slave revolt that began in 1791.
-By 1798, the rebels had won control of most of the island & France surrendered in 1803.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What Enlightenment ideas may have inspired Bolívar’s words?” (Sample: natural rights of people to liberty, self-government)
When showing Color Transparency 123, ask, “Looking at the graph, what tensions would you expect to find?” (resentment that power was concentrated in the hands of the few Europeans)
When showing Color Transparency 124, ask students to identify aspects of the painting that make Bolívar appear as a great hero. Explain that it was inspired by Jacques-Louis David’s painting of Napoleon crossing the Alps.
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3. Mexico and Central America Revolt
- Mexican mestizos & Native Americans stood up against Spain; led by Father Miguel Hidalgo.
- Mexican revolutionaries finally overthrew the Spanish viceroy & eventually set up the Republic of Mexico.

4. Revolutions in Europe and Latin America
Section 3: Revolts in Latin America
Revolution Ignites South America
Simon Bolívar and his forces freed Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Another rebel leader, José de San Martín, worked his way up from the south, freeing Argentina, Chile.
Bolívar & Martin met up to liberate Peru.
Brazil also became independent, although it remained a monarchy until 1889.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What Enlightenment ideas may have inspired Bolívar’s words?” (Sample: natural rights of people to liberty, self-government)
When showing Color Transparency 123, ask, “Looking at the graph, what tensions would you expect to find?” (resentment that power was concentrated in the hands of the few Europeans)
When showing Color Transparency 124, ask students to identify aspects of the painting that make Bolívar appear as a great hero. Explain that it was inspired by Jacques-Louis David’s painting of Napoleon crossing the Alps.
QuickTake Chapter Test
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5. Revolutions in Europe and Latin America: Section 3
Color Transparency 123: Composition of Mexico City Society, 1753
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6. Revolutions in Europe and Latin America: Section 3
Note Taking Transparency 146
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