Historical Events tagged with "oppresion"
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Social Movements & Civil Rights
Pueblo Revolt against Spanish Rule
August 10th, 1680 344 years ago
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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