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The nation that the given path to independence describes, is the nation of Mexico. How did Mexico become independent?Mexico became independent as a result of a series of rebellions and a war of independent that led to the Spanish being removed as the government of Mexico.The movement started when a Catholic priest known as Miguel Hidalgo gathered people and then declared independence from the Spanish. He would eventually be killed because his supporters were not well trained. However, the cause was eventually picked up by General Augustin de Iturbide who then united several armies and then defeated the Spanish army and took over Mexico. After he took over Mexico, he declared independence but tried to become emperor. This led to a loss of popularity for Agustín de Iturbide and his eventual death.In conclusion, the timeline shown represents the events that Mexico went through to gain independence. The timeline is:September 16, 1810. Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo gathered people in the main square of Dolores town, in the state of Hidalgo. He declares independence from Spain and officially starts the War of Independence against Spain.October 30, 1810. The independentists won the Battle of "Monte de las Cruces;" but cannot capture Mexico City.July 30, 1811. Hidalgo is captured and killed.June 1, 1813. Priest José María Morelos y Pavón became th newleader of the Independence War.November 6, 1813. Independentists gathered in Chilpancingo, state of Guerrero, and sign the Act of Independence during the Congress of Chilpancingo.December 22, 1815. Morelos is captured and killed.January 1, 1820. General Agustín de Iturbide decides to fight for the Independents side and became the leader of the "Three-Guarantees Army." The army grew in numbers and defeats the Spanish armySeptember 1821. Mexican army captures the important port of Veracruz and Agustin de Iturbide successfully captures Mexico City. Mexico's army officially he defeated the Spanish Army.Find out more on Mexican independence at https://brainly.com/question/26308046#SPJ1
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