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Colombian Independence Day is celebrated on 15th July.
Colombian Independence Day is celebrated on 15th July.
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Bogotá has 5 million inhabitants and is the capital of Colombia.
Bogotá has 5 million inhabitants and is the capital of Colombia.
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The Spanish conquistadors claimed Colombia for the Portuguese crown in the early 16th century.
The Spanish conquistadors claimed Colombia for the Portuguese crown in the early 16th century.
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By 1810, Spanish colonial authority had strengthened due to the Napoleonic wars in Europe.
By 1810, Spanish colonial authority had strengthened due to the Napoleonic wars in Europe.
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The criollos were born in what was then known as the Viceroyalty of Peru.
The criollos were born in what was then known as the Viceroyalty of Peru.
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The Spanish Viceroy, Antonio José Amar y Borbon, accepted the criollos' request to form a Junta to govern the colonial capital.
The Spanish Viceroy, Antonio José Amar y Borbon, accepted the criollos' request to form a Junta to govern the colonial capital.
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The criollos requested a poor farmer to loan an expensive ceremonial vase for a dinner.
The criollos requested a poor farmer to loan an expensive ceremonial vase for a dinner.
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Simon Bolivar and Francisco Paula de Santander were the leaders of the Spanish colonial forces.
Simon Bolivar and Francisco Paula de Santander were the leaders of the Spanish colonial forces.
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The Republic of Gran Colombia only included Colombia and Ecuador.
The Republic of Gran Colombia only included Colombia and Ecuador.
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Colombian Independence Day is celebrated with military parades and historic re-enactments every 5 years.
Colombian Independence Day is celebrated with military parades and historic re-enactments every 5 years.
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Study Notes
Colombian Independence Day
- Celebrated annually on July 20, marking events from 1810 in colonial Santa Fé de Bogotá.
- Recognized as a public holiday in Colombia.
- By 1810, Spanish colonial authority diminished due to the impact of the Napoleonic wars in Europe.
Events Leading to Independence
- Local criollos (Creoles) sought independence through a meeting with Spanish Viceroy Antonio José Amar y Borbon, requesting a Junta.
- The Junta request was denied, prompting criollos to ask a loyal merchant to loan a ceremonial vase, which was also rejected.
- The criollos symbolically smashed the vase, representing their defiance against colonial rule and igniting public revolt.
Key Historical Figures
- Simon Bolivar and Francisco Paula de Santander emerged as leaders in the struggle for independence.
- Fought against Spanish forces across Latin America.
Formation of the Republic
- In 1819, the independent Republic of Gran Colombia was established, comprising present-day Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, and Venezuela.
Celebrations and Traditions
- Independence Day features military parades and historical reenactments, showcasing Colombian culture.
- Large crowds gather to celebrate freedom, enjoying music, food, and dancing.
Cultural Diversity
- Colombia exhibits regional variations in culture, cuisine, and music.
- Staples include "arepas" in the Andean highlands, diverse fruits and fried fish along the Caribbean and Pacific, and barbequed beef ribs in "Los Llanos."
- Musical influences range from traditional “vallenato” and “cumbia” to modern genres like hip-hop, reggaeton, and Latin, reflecting the nation’s rich and diverse history.
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Learn about Colombian Independence Day, celebrated on July 20th, and its historical significance in the country's struggle for freedom from Spanish colonial rule.
