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Bolivia was ruled by Spain before it achieved independence.

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Is Bolivia still independent?

Yes. Bolivia won its independence from Spain in 1825.


What year did Bolivia gain its independence?

August 6th 1825


Who is independence was won in 1825?

Independence was won in 1825 by Bolivia, which gained its freedom from Spanish colonial rule. The struggle for independence in Bolivia was part of a larger movement across South America during the early 19th century, led by figures such as Simón Bolívar and Antonio José de Sucre. Bolivia officially declared independence on August 6, 1825, marking the culmination of years of conflict and revolutionary efforts.


Who led the fight for freedom for Venezuela Colombia Ecuador and Bolivia?

Simón Bolívar led the fight for independence. In 1819 he defeated the Spainish and won freedom for the present day countries of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia.


What nation ruled Mexico before they won their independence?

He was a Viceroy, appointed by the Spanish Crown. The last viceroy of the New Spain, before it became Mexico, was Juan O'Donoju (1762-1821)


Who was Bolivia named after?

--------Bolivia was named for Simon Bolivar: From Wikipedia: Independence was proclaimed in 1809, but sixteen years of struggle followed before the establishment of the republic, named for Simón Bolívar, on August 6, 1825 (see Bolivian War of Independence). From Infoplease: The country won its independence in 1825 and was named after Simón Bolívar, the famous liberator. From the CIA World Factbook: Bolivia, named after independence fighter Simon BOLIVAR, broke away from Spanish rule in 1825; much of its subsequent history has consisted of a series of nearly 200 coups and countercoups. From the World Atlas: In 1809, the "Liberator," Simon Bolivar (Bolivia's namesake) began the battle for independence, and after the Spanish defeat in 1824, Bolivia finally gained its hard-fough freedom in 1825. From the Encyclopaedia Britannica Online: In recognition of Bolívar's support, congressional leaders named the new republic Bolivia in his honour.


Was the Bahamas under control by another country?

They were ruled by the UK and won their independence from them on July 10, 1973.


What state won independence after a war with Mexico?

Texas won their independence at the Battle of San Jacinto.


How many medals have Bolivia ever won if so what type?

Bolivia has never won an Olympic medal.


How many times has Bolivia won the world soccer cup?

Bolivia have qualified for a world cup. But they have not yet won it.


Who owned Mexico before they won there independence?

The Spanish Empire


Have Bolivia ever won a gold medal?

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