History of Colombia

19th century

1. August 7, 1819★★★★★

   Battle of Boyacá

   Simón Bolívar's forces defeat the Spanish at Boyacá, securing the liberation of New Granada (present-day Colombia).

   WarRevolution· Colombia, Spain
2. December 17, 1830★★★★★

   Death of Simón Bolívar

   Simón Bolívar, the "Liberator" of much of South America, dies in Santa Marta, Colombia.

   Death· Colombia, Venezuela