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Who founded the settlement of Santa Marta in 1525?
Which event sparked the formation of the first independent government in Colombia?
Who played a crucial role in Colombia's independence from Spain?
What period of Colombian history was marked by violence and division between the Liberal and Conservative parties?
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What ideology fueled the emergence of guerrilla movements in Colombia in the 1960s?
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Who founded the city of Santa Fe (modern-day Bogotá)?
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What was the name of the governing body created by the Spanish Crown in 1564?
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What was a major challenge faced by Colombia in the late 20th century?
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Who translated the 'Rights of Man' into Spanish?
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What was the outcome of the peace talks between the government and guerrilla groups in the 1990s?
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Who succeeded Álvaro Uribe as president of Colombia?
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In what year did Colombia gain independence from Spain?
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Who is Colombia's first leftist president?
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Study Notes
Ancient Colombia
- The country's history dates back over 20,000 years with indigenous tribes such as the Arawak, Caribes, and Chibchas populating the region.
- These tribes developed distinct settlements, which eventually became separate communities.
Spanish Colonization
- In 1499, Alonso de Ojeda arrived in the region, making him the first European to set foot in Colombia.
- The Spanish conquistador Rodrigo de Bastidas founded the settlement of Santa Marta in 1525, which is now the oldest European settlement in South America.
- In 1533, Pedro de Heredia founded Cartagena de Indias, which became a major commercial center on the Colombian coast.
Colonial Period
- Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada conquered a large area in the region, ultimately founding the city of Santa Fe (modern-day Bogotá).
- The Muisca people, divided into two clans, were defeated by Jiménez de Quesada, allowing the Spanish to establish control.
- In 1564, the Spanish Crown created the Royal Audience of the New Kingdom of Granada, a governing body that included present-day Colombia, Panama, and Venezuela.
Independence and 19th Century
- In 1781, a rebellion against Spanish rule, led by Manuela Beltrán, took place in Socorro, marking one of the first independence movements in Colombia.
- The French Revolution's ideas influenced the region, and Antonio Nariño translated the "Rights of Man" into Spanish.
- In 1810, a protest sparked by a dispute over a vase in Bogotá led to the formation of the first independent government.
- Simón Bolívar, known as the Liberator, played a crucial role in Colombia's independence from Spain, ultimately leading to the country's freedom in 1819.
20th Century Conflicts
- Colombia experienced various civil wars, including La Violencia (1948-1958), during which time the country was plagued by violence, and the Liberal and Conservative parties were bitterly divided.
- In the 1960s, guerrilla movements like the FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) and ELN (National Liberation Army) emerged, fueled by Marxist ideologies.
- The country suffered from the rise of drug trafficking and organized crime, exemplified by Pablo Escobar's cartel.
Modern Colombia
- In the 1990s, the government attempted to negotiate peace with guerrilla groups, but these efforts ultimately failed.
- Álvaro Uribe, a hardline president, increased security in the country, but his presidency was marred by scandals.
- Juan Manuel Santos, who succeeded Uribe, pursued peace talks with the FARC, leading to a historic peace agreement in 2016.
- In recent years, Colombia has experienced social unrest, protests, and reforms, including the election of Gustavo Petro, the country's first leftist president.
Ancient Colombia
- Indigenous tribes, including the Arawak, Caribes, and Chibchas, inhabited the region over 20,000 years ago, developing distinct settlements that became separate communities.
Spanish Colonization
- Alonso de Ojeda arrived in the region in 1499, becoming the first European to set foot in Colombia.
- In 1525, Rodrigo de Bastidas founded the settlement of Santa Marta, now the oldest European settlement in South America.
- Pedro de Heredia founded Cartagena de Indias in 1533, which became a major commercial center on the Colombian coast.
Colonial Period
- Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada conquered a large area in the region, founding the city of Santa Fe (modern-day Bogotá).
- The Muisca people were defeated by Jiménez de Quesada, allowing the Spanish to establish control.
- The Royal Audience of the New Kingdom of Granada was created in 1564, governing present-day Colombia, Panama, and Venezuela.
Independence and 19th Century
- In 1781, a rebellion against Spanish rule, led by Manuela Beltrán, took place in Socorro, marking one of the first independence movements in Colombia.
- Antonio Nariño translated the "Rights of Man" into Spanish, influenced by the French Revolution's ideas.
- In 1810, a protest sparked by a dispute over a vase in Bogotá led to the formation of the first independent government.
- Simón Bolívar played a crucial role in Colombia's independence from Spain, achieving freedom in 1819.
20th Century Conflicts
- Colombia experienced various civil wars, including La Violencia (1948-1958), characterized by violence and bitter division between the Liberal and Conservative parties.
- Guerrilla movements like the FARC and ELN emerged in the 1960s, fueled by Marxist ideologies.
- The country suffered from the rise of drug trafficking and organized crime, exemplified by Pablo Escobar's cartel.
Modern Colombia
- In the 1990s, the government attempted to negotiate peace with guerrilla groups, but these efforts ultimately failed.
- Álvaro Uribe increased security in the country, but his presidency was marred by scandals.
- Juan Manuel Santos pursued peace talks with the FARC, leading to a historic peace agreement in 2016.
- Recent years have seen social unrest, protests, and reforms, including the election of Gustavo Petro, the country's first leftist president.
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Learn about the history of Colombia, from its indigenous tribes to the arrival of Spanish colonizers and the founding of settlements.
