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Revolutions in Latin America (19c - Early 20c)
The history of the Latin American revolutions - and the philosophies behind them - is the focus of this comprehensive presentation. From the theories of the European Enlightenment, to the Revolutionary Wars of America and France, Latin...
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South American Revolutions
The revolution bug bit many during the 1700's. Explore a few of the causes and effects that incited South American revolutions. This slide show is lacking in detail and could use added concept clarification. With a teacher's touch, it...
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Military Heritage: Simon Bolivar: Liberator of Latin America
An extensive description of Simon Bolivar's life and military accomplishments.
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Embassy of Venezuela in Us: Simon Bolivar
The Embassy of Venezuela in the United States presents a detailed biographical essay on Simon Bolivar, from his early days and family life to his military days and role as a liberator.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Spanish 1: Unit 6: Los Lugares
In this sixth unit of an introductory Spanish course, students learn about Venezuela's culture and history, continue to expand their written and oral vocabulary when speaking about themselves, and recite a tongue twister. Includes...
Biblioteca Virtual Miguel de Cervantes
Simon Bolivar, El Libertador
This detailed biography in Spanish of the famous South American liberator Simon Bolivar includes many portraits and related links.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: History of Venezuela
A history of Venezuela that discusses the writing of the recent constitution and its adoption in 1999.
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Organization of American States: Simon Bolivar
An informative exploration of the life of Simon Bolivar, the man known in South America as the "Liberator," because he led revolutions against Spanish colonial overlords in Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia.
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Macrohistory and World Timeline: Rebellion Against Spain in Latin America
Read about the history of rebellions against Spanish rule and the leaders that led the independence movements in Mexico, Peru, Chile, and other Latin American countries.
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Venezuela History: Simon Bolivar
Biography of Simon Bolivar, national hero. Several languages available from homepage.
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History of Simon Bolivar (1783 1830)
Easy to understand biography on Simon Bolivar, "one of South America's greatest generals".
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Venezuela: Venezuela's Famous People
A short list of famous people who were born in Venezuela along with an accompanying biography on Simon Bolivar.
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Organization of American States:simon Bolivar
An informative exploration of the life of Simon Bolivar, the man known in South America as the "Liberator," because he led revolutions against Spanish colonial overlords in Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia.
Curated OER
Military Heritage: Simon Bolivar: Liberator of Latin America
An extensive description of Simon Bolivar?s life and military accomplishments.
Curated OER
Military Heritage: Simon Bolivar: Liberator of Latin America
An extensive description of Simon Bolivar?s life and military accomplishments.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Simon Bolivar
(1783-1830) Simon Bolivar was a patriot for South American Independence. He fought against the Spanish for his country of Venezuela. The southern part of Peru was named Bolivia, in honor of him.