Simon Bolivar

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  • Birth

    In Caracas, Venezuela. Born into wealth, but lost both of his parents as a child.

  • Sworn Vow #1

    Simon Bolivar's first vow, disavowing marriage after his wife's death.

  • Sworn Vow #2

    Simon Bolivar vowed not to rest until South America was free from Spanish rule.

  • Caracas Declaration of Independence from Spain

    The country declares independence.

  • The Earthquake of Caracas

    A huge earthquake swept through Caracas, and locals thought it was a sign of god. This slowed down the revolution.

  • The Decree of War to the Death

    Simon Bolivar鈥檚 proclamation ordered the execution of Spaniards opposing independence.

  • The Admirable Campaign

    The successful military invasion of Venezuela, defeating Spanish forces.

  • The Second Republic

    The Second Republic starts.

  • Flee to Jamaica

    Simon Bolivar was forced to flee to Jamaica in 1815 after suffering a series of defeats by Spanish forces.

  • The Letter from Jamaca

    Simon Bolivar wrote a letter sharing his thoughts on Latin American independence.
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    March Across the Andes

    Bolivar鈥檚 army of 2,500 soldiers, crossed the Andes Mountains to surprise the Spanish forces.

  • Battle of Boyaca

    The battle was a victory where Simon Bolivar, despite having fewer troops, secured the independence of New Granada.
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    Bolivar's Dictatorship

    He declares himself president for life and assumes dictator-like powers.

  • Venezuela Leaves

    Venezuela leaves Gran Colombia. (Combined South America)

  • Ecuador Leaves

    Ecuador declares independence and leaves Gran Colombia.
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    Bolivar's Depression

    All his dreams, his hope, his vision, had been taken from him. He fell into a depression until his death in 1830.

  • Bolivar's death

    He dies in Santa Marta, Colombia.