To achieve success in the quest for independence,Latin-American revolutionary leaders needed to

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Latin-American revolutionary leaders needed to gain the support of people of mixed descent and of color because they represented the majority of the population in many Latin-American countries and had been oppressed by the Spanish colonial system. Without their support, it would have been difficult to achieve independence from Spain. Deporting all peninsulares or eliminating potential successors to the Spanish throne would not have necessarily led to independence, and attempting to eliminate the potential power of mestizos would have been counterproductive given their importance in society. Looking to support from Napoleon would also not have been a viable option, as he was a European power and would not necessarily have supported the independence movements in Latin America.

To Achieve Success in the Quest for Independence,Latin-American Revolutionary Leaders