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Independence
Simon Bolivar and a group of patriots declare independence from Spain although the Spaniards don't agree. -
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Getting independence
Bolivar declared independence in 1810, and fought for it until 1820 when he won. -
Surprised Spanish
Simon Bolivar gathered 2,500 soldiers and defeated the Spaniards in the battle of Boyaca by method of surprise. -
Battle of Carabobo
Leader Simon Bolivar claimed victory at the battle of carabobo against spanish leader Miguel de la Torre that helped Venezuela gain inependence. -
Victory at Auacucho
Simon Bolivar and 7,000 men defeated 10,000 spaniards at Auacucho. -
Bolivia
Bolivar became famous for gaining independence for so many contries and had upper Peru named after him. (Bolivia)