Simon Bolívar Flashcards
When and where was Simon Bolívar born?
Simon Bolívar was born on July 24, 1783, in Caracas, Venezuela.
What nickname was Simon Bolívar known by?
He was known as ‘El Libertador’ (The Liberator).
What European event influenced Bolívar’s revolutionary ideas?
The Enlightenment and Napoleon’s rise to power influenced Bolívar’s ideas.
Which regions did Bolívar help to liberate from Spanish rule?
Bolívar helped to liberate Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
What was Bolívar’s role in Gran Colombia?
He served as president of Gran Colombia from 1819 to 1830.
Which country was named after Simon Bolívar?
Bolivia was named after Simon Bolívar.
What major influence shaped Bolívar’s political ideas during his time in Europe?
Enlightenment thinkers like Rousseau, Montesquieu, and Voltaire influenced Bolívar.
What historical event weakened Spain’s control over its colonies and helped Bolívar’s cause?
Napoleon’s invasion of Spain in 1808 weakened Spanish control over its colonies.
What was Bolívar’s vision for Latin America?
Bolívar envisioned a united Latin America, a confederation of independent states.
Why did Bolívar face opposition in his later years?
He faced opposition due to his centralist governance style and tensions over his authoritarian measures.
What major obstacle prevented Bolívar from achieving his goal of a united Latin America?
Regional rivalries and political instability prevented the unification of Latin America.
When did Bolívar die, and where?
Bolívar died on December 17, 1830, in Santa Marta, Colombia.
What military maneuver by Bolívar is compared to Hannibal’s crossing of the Alps?
Bolívar’s crossing of the Andes in 1819 is compared to Hannibal’s crossing of the Alps.
What type of governance did Bolívar advocate for newly independent Latin American states?
Bolívar advocated for strong central governance to maintain stability.
Why was Bolívar disillusioned at the end of his life?
He was disillusioned because his dream of a unified Latin America had failed.
