Simon Bolivar

Definition

Simon Bolivar was a Venezuelan military and political leader who played a leading role in the establishment of Venezuela, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Panama as sovereign states independent from Spanish rule.

Related terms

Gran Colombia: An independent state that encompassed much of northern South America and part of southern Central America from 1819 to 1831; it was created by Simon Bolivar.

Bolivarianism: A set of political doctrines that enjoys currency in parts of South America, especially Venezuela; named after Simon Bolivar.

Spanish Empire: The global empire controlled by Spain from the 15th century until the early 19th century; many Latin American countries gained independence from this empire.