Who leads revolts in the north of Mexico

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

Who was Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla? Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla was a Mexican Roman Catholic priest and key figure in the Mexican War of Independence (1810-21). Hidalgo is best remembered for his speech, the "Grito de Dolores" ("Cry of Dolores"), which called for the end of Spanish colonial rule in Mexico.

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla