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In what year did Ecuador first declare its independence from Spain?
1809
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Who was the leader of the Ecuadorian independence movement during the Battle of Pichincha?
Antonio José de Sucre
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What event on August 10, 1809, is considered the first step toward Ecuador's independence from Spain?
First Cry of Independence in Quito
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What year did the Battle of Pichincha take place, a crucial event in Ecuador's independence?
May 24, 1822
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Which female figure is remembered for her contributions to the independence of Ecuador, particularly for her role in the early stages of the revolution?
Manuela Sáenz
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Who was the leader of Ecuador during the First Cry of Independence?
Fernando de la Cueva.
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In what year did Ecuador officially gain recognition as an independent republic after Spain's formal recognition?
1830
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Who was the first president of Ecuador after it gained independence from Spain?
Juan José Flores
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What was the name of the treaty that recognized Ecuador's independence from Spain?
Treaty of Peace and Friendship