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Simón Bolívar

1783-1830

Simón Bolívar, known as The Liberator, was a military and political figure born in Caracas, Venezuela, in 1783.

Biography

Simón Bolívar, known as The Liberator, was a military and political figure born in Caracas, Venezuela, in 1783.

He is considered a key figure in the independence of several South American countries from Spanish rule.

Bolívar led bold military campaigns and played a fundamental role in the creation of Gran Colombia, a nation that encompassed the territories of present-day Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Panama.

His vision of a united Latin America made him a symbol of the struggle for freedom and independence in the region.

Bolívar passed away in 1830, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the most influential leaders in Latin American history..