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Independencia de Argentina

Independence of Argentina, declared on July 9, 1816,, marked the country's separation from Spanish rule. It was the result of revolutionary efforts by local leaders who sought self-governance and shared national identity. The movement involved military campaigns and political changes, culminating in a declaration at the Congress of Tucumán. This event set Argentina on its path toward establishing a sovereign nation, emphasizing the desire for autonomy, economic development, and political freedom, and it remains a pivotal symbol of national pride celebrated annually as Independence Day.