Why were the Creoles in a position to lead the revolutions in Latin America? (AKS 42b) They had the largest population and used it to form a powerful army to overtake Spanish leaders. Their wealth and social status gave them access to European education in Enlightenment ideals. They had the highest rank in society and have the most power and influence over the people. They were the most oppressed of the social classes in Latin America, causing distrust of the King.

Why were the Creoles in a position to lead the revolutions in Latin America? (AKS 42b) They had the largest population and used it to form a powerful army to overtake Spanish leaders. Their wealth and social status gave them access to European education in Enlightenment ideals. They had the highest rank in society and have the most power and influence over the people. They were the most oppressed of the social classes in Latin America, causing distrust of the King.