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Venezuelan Revolution
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The King of Spain is overthrown by Napoleon
1810
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Venezuela declares independence from Spain
July 5th, 1811
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High taxes, oppressive working conditions, the Spanish had too many government positions, wealthy families had control over most of the economy (agriculture), slaves had to serve in the military. Napoleon overthrows the government.
Civil War
November, 1811
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between the Juntas and Royalist
Simon Bolivar teams up with Francisco de Miranda
1812 - 1814
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They start building an army to get independence from Spain. Spain sent troops to stop uprisings.
Battle of Boyaca
August 7th, 1819
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Bolivar defeats the Royalist forces
Bolivar became president
1821 - 1830
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He established Gran Colombia (Venezuela, Ecuador, and Colombia).
Spanish recognizes Venezuela's independence
1821
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Bolivar wins major victory against Spanish troops at Carabobo.
Gran Colombia Ends
1830
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Ecuador, and Venezuela separate from Gran Colombia to become totally independent.
Venezuela's first President
1831
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Jose Antonio Paez was the first president of Venezuela.
Civil War
1870 - 1999
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Venezuela was torn by Civil War. 1870-1888 Guzman Blanco brought civil wars to an end. 1999 Venezuela adopts its current constitution