The Creoles of Brazil believed they were culturally different than their rulers in Portugal, and they wanted to gain independence without losing their social privileges.
Major Event
The Revolution was led by the Creoles in Brazil and Prince Pedro of Portugal.
Important Documents
Napoleon banished the Portuguese Royal Family to Brazil. They liked it there so much that their son Prince Pedro stayed in Brazil after Napoleon was defeated.
Outcomes
On September 7, 1822, Prince Pedro declared Brazil an independent, constitutional monarchy. He also named himself Emperor.
In December 1823 the Brazilian Constitution was written, but it wasn't fully approved until March 25, 1824