LIFE
When and where you were born?
I was born 24th July, 1783 in Caracas, Venezuela
What was your greatest achievement to humanity?
I made several countries independent, such as Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, and Panama.
Did you win any awards or recognition?
I earned the nickname "the liberator" and was awarded the Gran Cruz de la Orden el Sol de Perú.
Did you have any unusual hobbies?
I liked to play cards like tresillo or ropilla
What was happening in Mexico when you began Venezuela's independence in 1810?
In Mexico, independence began. On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo gave the shout of Dolores.
Was there an important event in your childhood that marked you?
I was very rich and well educated, but the absence of my parents left a mark on me.
At what age did you start to be recognized?
I was recognized at the age of 30 as "the liberator"
Did you work as a team or alone?
I led large armies so I depended on generals and soldiers.
Did you like any sport?
I liked pool
What was happening in Mexico when you were forming Gran Colombia in 1819?
In Mexico, independence seemed lost. Only Vicente Guerrero continued fighting in the south of the country.
Did you have any nicknames during your life?
They called me "the liberator"
What impact did your actions have?
I obtained the independence of several countries like Venezuela
What was your biggest obstacle?
My biggest obstacle was liberating Venezuela from the Spanish Empire.
Did you have a favorite dish?
I loved corn arepa
What was happening in Mexico when you helped liberate Peru in 1824?
In Mexico, the first Constitution of Mexico was created.
What was your family like?
My family was one of the richest and most influential in Caracas
What legacy did you leave?
I left a country in my name and the independence of several countries
How did your discipline change thanks to you?
I focused on liberating Venezuela and learned a lot.
How did you normally dress?
I dressed as a general or a soldier
What was Mexico doing when you proposed the Bolivian Constitution in 1826?
In Mexico there were many problems regarding how to govern (federalism vs. centralism).
When and where did you die?
I died on December 17, 1830 in Santa Marta, Colombia
How your work began?
I started in politics and the fight for independence
What did you discover, create or invent?
I didn't discover or create anything, but I helped several countries achieve independence.
Did you like any animal?
I liked my horse Palomo
What was happening in Mexico when you were named "liberator" in 1813?
In Mexico, Morelos continued fighting for independence. That year, it convened the Congress of Chilpancingo.