Simon Bolivar

By Gilflin

  • Birthdate

    Simon Bolivar was born in Caracas Venezuela.

  • Wealth

    After his parents died he gained all of their inheritance.

  • Mother and Father

    Neither of his parents lived to his tenth birthday. He was then forced to be raised by his uncle.

  • Marriage

    Simon Bolivar married Maria Teresa in Spain, then moved back to Venezuela.

  • Maria Teresa's death

    Shortly after marriage Simon's wife died of yellow fever. He then swore not to marry again.

  • Resistance

    Simon Bolivar joined the Venezuelan resistance.

  • Battle for Caracas

    Simon Bolivar fought the British for Caracas, most Venezuelan returned home.

  • Letter from Jamaica

    He wrote the "Letter from Jamaica" to explain his vision of Spanish-America, and was heavily looked down upon by other leaders.

  • Returning Home

    Simon Bolivar returned home from Jamaica.

  • Conquering

    After returning home, Simon Bolivar fought in many military battles and gained more land, and territories.

  • Gran Colombia

    Simon Bolivar created Gran Colombia after fighting many battles.

  • Dictator of Peru

    Simon Bolivar was elected dictator of Peru.

  • Bolivia

    Simon Bolivar created Bolivia, which is named after him.

  • Escape

    Simon Bolivar had created a nation but the government was not very strong. He then escaped an assassination attempt.

  • Death

    Simon Bolivar dies at age 47. The cause is mostly unknown, but he is still honored throughout the continent.