Congress of Tucumán

The Congress of Tucumán was a historical assembly held in 1816 in what is now Argentina. Its purpose was to declare independence from Spanish rule, uniting several provinces in the region. Delegates from different areas gathered to discuss and establish a unified stance, resulting in the formal declaration of independence on July 9, 1816. This event marked a crucial step toward Argentina’s national identity and sovereignty, laying the foundation for the country's independence movement and future nationhood.