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When was the Declaration of Independence of the Mexican Empire signed?

On September 28, 1821

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When was Mexico conquered?

In 1521.

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What does the color green in Mexico's flag represent?

The Independence Movement

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What does the color white in Mexico's flag represent?

The purity of the Catholic faith.

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What does the color red in Mexico's flag represent?

The Spaniards that joined in the quest for Independence and the blood of the national heroes.

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How long was the period of Independence?

11 years. From 1810 to 1821.

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Who led the Army of the Three Guarantees?

It was led by Agustín de Iturbide.

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Who uttered Cry of Dolores and when?

Uttered by Miguel Hidalgo on September 16th.

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For how long was Mexico part of Spain's empire?

300 years.

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What treaty did the war of independence end? Treaty of Ayala or Treaty of Iguala?

Treaty of Iguala

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Who was Mexico's first President?

Guadalupe Victoria

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Where was Hidalgo's head hung?

At the Alhóndiga de Granaditas.

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What's the most Mexican dish eaten on the Independence Day?

Pozole

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Who is known as the 'Siervo de la Nación'?

José Maria Morelos y Pavón.

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It is said that this person held a stone on his back and set the door of Alhondiga de Granaditas on fire.

El Pipila

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