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Gran Colombia |
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Gran ColombiaFormer South American republic (1819–30). Formerly the Viceroyalty of New Granada, it included roughly the modern nations of Colombia, Panama, Venezuela, and Ecuador. Gran Colombia was formed in 1819 during the war for independence from Spain, with its capital at Bogotá. Revolutionary leader Simón Bolívar was its creator and first president. Gran Colombia had a vigorous existence during the war, but it was dissolved with the secession of Venezuela and Ecuador in 1830. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Soon after, Bolivar became President of the Republic of Gran Colombia (now Venezuela, Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador) and Peru. 1830: Ecuador secedes from Gran Colombia and becomes a separate republic. We gratefully acknowledge the invaluable service and leadership provided by the original Gran Colombia board members in getting Wavve to this point in time. |
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