Social Movements & Civil Rights

Pueblo Revolt against Spanish Rule

The Pueblo people initiated a coordinated uprising against Spanish colonial rule in present-day New Mexico, driven by oppression and religious persecution. Led by figures such as Popé, the revolt aimed to reclaim their land and cultural practices while attacking Spanish missions and settlements. The Pueblo people leveraged their knowledge of the land, organizing an effective resistance against the colonizers, marking a significant challenge to Spanish authority in the region.

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