S/H/47. ‹The first declaration of Peruvian independence was the work of San Martín and bore little relation to the feelings of PeruviansŒ. Discuss

This paper examines the nature of Peruvian independence, in particular whether the first declaration in 1821 was a movement from Peruvians themselves or forming part of the wider Spanish American independence movement. Various factors examined include a close appraisal of the independence declaration, the dividedness of Peruvian society and the events after San Martin's arrival.