What happened on September 16th in Mexico?
Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16th to commemorate Mexico's freedom from Spanish rule in 1821. The holiday originated with Father Miguel Hidalgo's speech, known as El Grito de Dolores, which called for the Mexican people to rise up against Spanish oppression.
Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16th to commemorate Mexico's freedom from Spanish rule in 1821. The holiday originated with Father Miguel Hidalgo's speech, known as El Grito de Dolores, which called for the Mexican people to rise up against Spanish oppression.
