Historical Events tagged with "pedro domingo murillo"
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La Paz Declares Independence from Spain
In La Paz, modern-day Bolivia, a revolutionary movement culminated in the declaration of independence from Spanish rule, establishing the Junta Tuitiva, the first autonomous government in Spanish America. Led by Pedro Domingo Murillo, the assembly sought to create a government reflecting the will of the local populace and demanded freedom from colonial oppression. The event marked a significant turning point as the local elites and common citizens united to resist Spanish authority, foreshadowing a wave of independence movements across the continent.
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