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Simon Bolivar<br> Scenery in La Paz Department picture - Simon Bolivar was one of South America's greatest generals. He was the first President of Bolivia, which became independent from Spain in 1824, and gave his name to the country.
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Simon Bolivar was one of South America's greatest generals. He was the first President of Bolivia, which became independent from Spain in 1824, and gave his name to the country.
South America
