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Simon Bolivar liberated most countries in northern and western South America from Spanish dominion during the 19th century, including Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. In honour, they renamed what had formerly been known as Upper Peru: Bolivia.
He attempted to join all these countries into one large federation called Gran Colombia but unfortunately that failed. In an attempt to keep control of Gran Colombia, Simon Bolivar (who had formerly held the title of President) declared himself dictator so he would have absolute power to put down the large number of rebellions and uprising that were going on, especially in Venezuela.
So to answer the question, yes. Simon Bolivar became dictator of Gran Colombia, of which Bolivia had been a part of at the time.
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When did Bolivia get its name?
Bolivia was named for Simon Bolivar
What country is named after a Venezuelan general?
Bolivia. Simon Bolivar helped in the independence from Spain.
Who liberated Bolivia?
Simon Bolivar
What is the meaning of Bolivia?
Bolivia is named after its founder, Simon Bolivar.
What was Bolivia named for?
the country of Bolivia was named after Simon bolivar
What is Bolivia special for?
simon bolivar and the revolution
Who did Bolivia get there independence from?
Bolivia got their independence from spain in 1825 by simon bolivar
What South American country is named after Simon Bolivar?
Bolivia
What year did Simon Bolivar discover Bolivia?
1856
What country is named after independent fighter Simon Bolivar?
Bolivia
Where did Bolivia get its name from?
After Simon Bolivar "the liberator." Quick note however, the real liberator of Bolivia was a Potosian farmer? that had liberated the country some time before Bolivar arrived. Bolivar is credited with the liberation however.
Who is Bolivia?
Bolivia is a country, not a person. It was named after Simon Bolivar. well Bolivia is located in south America if you were wondering.
