What was the impact that the following (Indian/African slavery, mestizaje, mercantilist policies, the bourbon reforms, and the criollo complaint) had on forging a “Mexican” national identity leading to Mexican independence from Spain?Discuss
Essay: Answer the question posed in a well written essay that includes a thesis statement, supporting paragraphs, and a conclusion. What was the impact that the following (Indian/African slavery, mestizaje, mercantilist policies, the bourbon reforms, and the criollo complaint) had on forging a “Mexican” national identity leading to Mexican independence from Spain?