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# Miguel Hidalgo

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Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla (8 May, 1753 – 30 July, 1811) was a Mexican priest. He started Mexico's war of independence against Spain.

Hidalgo started a great revolt against Spain in 1810. After a few months he was taken prisoner and executed. Hidalgo is remembered today as a great liberator in Mexico.

The Mexican state of Hidalgo is named after him.

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Categories: Mexican people | 1753 births | 1811 deaths

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