Uruguay Revolution
As the century progressed, the Spanish managed to tentatively control Montevideo and modern-day Uruguay until cries for revolution broke out in 1811.
During the age of Enlightenment, many South American colonies embraced the ideas of republicanism, seeking independence from the Spanish crown, with Uruguay being no exception.
Another seven years of fighting ensued, including the Cisplatine War, until the Treaty of Montevideo was drawn up in 1828, creating modern-day Uruguay.
During the age of Enlightenment, many South American colonies embraced the ideas of republicanism, seeking independence from the Spanish crown, with Uruguay being no exception.
Another seven years of fighting ensued, including the Cisplatine War, until the Treaty of Montevideo was drawn up in 1828, creating modern-day Uruguay.
