Gran Colombia: Simón Bolívar's Dream for a South American United States (with Eliecer Colina)

Join me and fellow history buff Eliecer in this episode as we delve into the brief yet impactful era of Gran Colombia. We explore the charismatic leaders, political intrigue, and the ambitious vision that shaped the short-lived attempt to unify parts of South America, inspired by Simón Bolívar's dream. Gran Colombia, officially formed in 1819, encompassed present-day Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and parts of Peru, Panama, and Brazil. Unfortunately, internal disagreements led to its dissolution by 1831, marking the end of this visionary chapter in South American history. It does make me think what could have been...

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