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What does Hidalgo mean in English?

hidalgo 1 Pronunciation /h??dal???/ noun plural noun hidalgos A gentleman in a Spanish-speaking country. ‘the local hidalgo was no more an absentee than his peasants’ More example sentences Origin Late 16th century Spanish, from hijo de algo, literally ‘son of something’ (i.e. of an important person). Main meanings of Hidalgo in English

What is the history of Hidalgo?

The modern state of Hidalgo was initially part of the very large territory called “Mexico” (which extended in all directions from Mexico City), which eventually was split with the remaining portion becoming the modern State of Mexico. What is now Hidalgo was originally the districts of Tula, Tulancingo and Huejutla of the former entity.

What was Miguel Hidalgo fighting for?

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Mexican Catholic priest who called for a revolution, or rebellion, against the Spanish government in 1810. Hidalgo, as he is commonly known, is thought of as the “Father of Mexican Independence” due to his role in helping the mexican people fight against Spanish rulers.

What state is Hidalgo in?

Hidalgo, estado (state), east-central Mexico. It is bounded by the states of San Luis Potosí to the north, Veracruz to the north and northeast, Puebla to the east, Tlaxcala and México to the south, and Querétaro to the west. The state capital and largest city is Pachuca (Pachuca de Soto).