Stewart Cattroll
Stewart is a writer and practicing lawyer in Ottawa, Canada. Stewart holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Dalhousie University and a Juris Doctor from the University of British Columbia. Stewart is interested in a wide range of historical topics, and currently, he has a particular focus on studying and writing about the history of Central and South America.
Articles by Stewart Cattroll
How Did Brazil Win Independence From Portugal?The burgeoning sense of nationhood in Brazil as well as political instability in Portugal led to Brazil’s declaration of independence in 1822.
The Life & Reign of Brazil’s First EmperorEmperor Pedro I of Brazil, a Portuguese prince, led Brazil to independence but faced challenges and unrest during his reign as Brazil’s first emperor.
Emperor Pedro I of Brazil, a Portuguese prince, led Brazil to independence but faced challenges and unrest during his reign as Brazil’s first emperor.
Why Did the Second Mexican Empire Collapse?The Second Mexican Empire collapsed because Emperor Maximilian never achieved sufficient domestic support to replace his dependence on Napoleon III’s soldiers.
The Second Mexican Empire collapsed because Emperor Maximilian never achieved sufficient domestic support to replace his dependence on Napoleon III’s soldiers.
Brazil in World War II: The Forgotten AllyThough not one of the major participants in World War II, Brazil contributed significantly to Allied victories in the Battle of the Atlantic and Italy.
Though not one of the major participants in World War II, Brazil contributed significantly to Allied victories in the Battle of the Atlantic and Italy.
The Legacy of Emperor Pedro II: Brazil’s Golden AgeBefore being overthrown in a military coup, Emperor Pedro II of Brazil oversaw a golden age of military victories, internal stability, and progress.
Before being overthrown in a military coup, Emperor Pedro II of Brazil oversaw a golden age of military victories, internal stability, and progress.
How Did Argentina Lose the Falklands War? Defeat in the South AtlanticIn 1982, Argentina launched a surprise successful invasion of the Falkland Islands, but ultimately suffered a crushing defeat just two months later.