government
official appointed by the Spanish king to govern large regions
viceroys
What is a Anti- Federalist?
Believed governing power should remain close to the people, residing in state governments, not a distant federal authority.
Who is Jose de San Martin?
A Creole general who liberated Argentina, Chile, and Peru, famously crossing the Andes with his Army of the Andes.
this document announced the American colonies independence from Britain
the declaration of independence
Economic system where colonies were forced to trade only with their ruling country
Mercantilism
the event that showed the need for a stronger government
Shay's Rebellion
“If men were angels, no government would be necessary…You must first enable the government to control the governed…”
federalist
Who is Bernardo O'Higgins ?
A key leader in Chile's independence, joining forces with San Martin and becoming its first head of state.
the idea that government power comes from the people
sovereignty
outside of the box thinker whose ideas inspired independence movements
John locke
the 1787 meeting to revise the articles
constitutional convention
“I will now tell you what I do not like. First, [there is no] bill of rights…A bill of rights is what the people are entitled to against every government on earth…"
Anti- Federalist
Who is Antonio Jose de sucre?
A key leader in Chile's independence, and becoming its first head of state.
colonist resented Spain and Portugal because they controlled trade and taxes
Heavy taxes forced upon by European powers that angered colonists
Unfair taxes
the document created to replace the Articles
Was Benjamin Franklin federalist or Anti- Federalist ?
Federalist
Who is Manuela Saenz ?
A crucial political and military figure, known as "Liberator of the Liberator" for saving Bolívar's life.
events in Europe that weakened Spain and Portugal helped trigger independence
Napoleonic wars
What caused the belief that colonies should self-govern
Unfair treatment by Britain’s system and thinkers like John locke