Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla (1753-1811), a Mexican revolutionary priest, is considered the foremost patriot of Mexican independence. He led a revolt against Spanish rule that inaugurated a series of mil...
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Miguel Hidalgo played a major role during Mexico's fight for independence, as well as simply helping other villagers with their daily struggles. According to infoplease.com, "As parish priest of the v...
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Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla
