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Jan 25, 1492
Exploring the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic was explored by Columbus on his first voyage in 1492. -
A New Control
Spain ceded the colony to France in 1795. -
The Revolte
In 1808, the people revolted and captured Santo Domingo the folllowing year. -
Spain Gets Back
In 1814, Spain regained the title of the colony. -
Spanish Overthrown
In 1821, the Spanish rule was overthrown. -
Ulises Heureaux
Choas broke in 1916 when the dictator Ulises Heureaux was leading. -
Juan Bosch
Juan Bosch left the Dominican Revolutionary Party and become the first democratically elected president in four decades.