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Simon Bolivar

This hero of the Latin American wars of independence died discouraged that his efforts were in vain. Revered today as South America's great liberator, his political principles are the basis for the Bolivarian Movement and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
Simón Bolívar, El Libertador
This hero of the Latin American wars of independence died discouraged that his efforts were in vain. Revered today as South America's great liberator, his political principles are the basis for the Bolivarian Movement and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
The Bolivarian Movement and the Bolivarian Republic
Venezuela has transformed itself into the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela based on the principles of Simon Bolivar, explained here.
Simón Bolívar, 1783-1830
Illustrated resources for El Libertador, revered as South America's greatest hero.
Biblioteca Virtual de Simon Bolivar
Simon Bolivar was a very dedicated patriot who dreamed of a united Latin America. He was honored with the title "Libertador" for his role in the wars of independence.
History of Simon Bolivar
Simon Bolivar was one of South America's greatest generals. His victories over the Spaniards won independence for Bolivia, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. He is called El Liberator (The Liberator) and the "George Washington of South America."
Simón Bolívar, 1783-1830
Resources for the Study of the Liberator of South America.
The Cult of Bolivar
One of the most fascinating aspects about Simon Bolivar is the fact since the nineteenth century there has been a passionate cult surrounding his life and achievements in Latin America.

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