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The Pueblo Revolt

The Pueblo Revolt

In this video, Jerad Koepp interviews Porter Swentzell about the causes, experiences, and long-term effects of the Pueblo Revolt of 1680.

Key Ideas

As this video progresses, key ideas will be introduced to invoke discussion.

Key Ideas

Think about the following questions as you watch the video


  1. 03:08 Why did the Spanish decide to invade New Mexico and what were some of the immediate consequences of the decision?
  2. 04:40 What are some examples of how Pueblo people experienced colonialism?
  3. 06:20 What are some of the ways that Pueblo people resisted Spanish colonization before 1680?
  4. 09:53 What big event sparked the Pueblo Revolt?
  5. 11:45 How did the Pueblos coordinate the revolt? Was it successful?