A movement for independence—again

The Pernambucan Revolt of 1817 occurred in the province of Pernambuco in the Northeastern region of Brazil, and was sparked mainly by the decline of sugar cane production and the influence of the Freemasonry in the region. The movement was led by Domingos Jose Martins. Although a republic was declared, there were no measures adopted to abolish slavery. This revolution is also notable for being one of the first attempts to establish an independent government in Brazil, as it was preceded by the Inconfidencia Mineira.