He has been called the "father of Mexican independence".

In the early years of Mexican independence, an ayuntamiento was established there.

This was only two and a half months before the start of the war for Mexican Independence (1810-1821).

Following Mexican independence in 1821, the mission lands were nationalized.

He later moved to Mexico and lived as a civilian until after the war for Mexican independence was won.

He is considered one of the protomartyrs of Mexican independence.

Upon Mexican independence in 1821, many of the new nation's people looked to California to satisfy their thirst for private land.

Bicentennial was the name given to this season in honor of the 200 years of Mexican independence.

The military parade of the Mexican independence bicentennial started at 11:00 o clock.

This law remained in effect until Mexican independence in 1820, but many traders ignored it.