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Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

generalissimoSpain2 battles1 war

Lifespan

1753 – 1811

176017701780179018001810Mexican War of Independence · 1800-1821Batalla del Monte de las Cruces — October 30, 1810 · Mexican Insurgents · Mexican War of IndependenceBattle of Calderón Bridge — January 17, 1811 · Mexican Insurgents · Mexican War of Independence

Active service 1810–1811 — 2 battles across 1 war; first command at age 57.

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Don Miguel Gregorio Antonio Ignacio Hidalgo y Costilla Gallaga Mandarte y Villaseñor, commonly known as Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla or simply Miguel Hidalgo, was a Mexican Catholic priest and prominent leader of the Mexican War of Independence, who is recognized as the Father of the Nation.

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Battles (2)

Last verified June 2026
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