Jose de San Martin

Definition

Jose de San Martin was an Argentine general and statesman who played a key role in liberating Argentina, Chile, and Peru from Spanish colonial rule. His vision for Latin America emphasized decentralized governments and local autonomy.

Related terms

Battle of Ayacucho: A decisive battle fought in 1824 that secured independence for South American nations such as Peru and Bolivia from Spanish rule.

Royalists: Supporters of continued Spanish colonial rule during the wars of independence in Latin America.

Federalism: A system of government where power is divided between national authorities and regional or state governments.