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For the district of Mexico City, see Miguel Hidalgo, D.F.
Miguel Gregorio Antonio Ignacio Hidalgo y Costilla y Gallaga Mandarte Villaseñor[1] ( 8 May 1753 – 30 July 1811) was a Mexican priest and a leader of the Mexican War of Independence. He is also known as Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla or simply Miguel Hidalgo. Because his Grito de Dolores started the War of Independence, Hidalgo is considered the Father of the Nation of Mexico.[2]
Quick Facts Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, Buried at ...
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla | |
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Buried at | El Ángel de la Independencia Mexico City |
Allegiance | Mexico |
Service/branch | Revolutionary Army |
Years of service | 1809-1811 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | Mexican Revolutionary Army |
Battles/wars | Mexican War of Independence |
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