The "First Junta" refers to the initial governing body established in Argentina after the May Revolution of 1810. This event marked the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence from Spanish colonial rule. The Junta aimed to create a new political order and was composed of representatives from various factions, including local elites and revolutionary leaders. The First Junta's main objectives included organizing a defense against Spanish loyalists and establishing a framework for self-governance. It laid the groundwork for subsequent political developments in Argentina, leading to the formation of the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata and ultimately contributing to the broader Latin American independence movements.