The French revolution and Napoleonic wars diverted attention of Spain from its colonies leaving a vacuum and increasing dissatisfaction and desire for local government.
<u>Explanation</u>:
The Mexican War of Independence took place in different regions of the Spanish colony of New Spain in several distinct phases. Mexican war was started to end the Spanish rule in Mexico.
The Mexican War was led by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. Creole priest invited the Mexicans to fight for independence. French revolution and Napoleonic wars affected the fight for Mexican War of Independence.
The Napoleonic Wars led by Napoleon was the major battle opposing the French Empire and its allies.
