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Tag: South America

  • Simon Bolivar

    Summary Simon Bolivar was a significant figure in South American history. He liberated several countries from Spanish colonial rule through successful military campaigns. Bolivar envisioned a united South America but was unable to fully realize this dream. He is revered as a symbol of independence and freedom in the region. Facts Simon Bolivar was born…

  • Ferdinand Magellan

    Summary Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer, led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe. Despite facing numerous challenges, including mutinies and navigational obstacles, his voyage proved the Earth was round and initiated new trade routes. Facts Ferdinand Magellan was born in 1480 in Portugal. He served in the Portuguese navy before seeking support from the…

  • Charles Darwin

    Summary Charles Darwin, a British naturalist, is renowned for his theory of evolution. Darwin’s passion for nature led him to become a naturalist on the HMS Beagle, where he collected specimens and made significant observations. His groundbreaking work, On the Origin of Species, published in 1859, introduced the concept of evolution by natural selection. Facts…

  • The Abolition of Slavery in the Western Hemisphere

    Summary The Abolition of Slavery in the Western Hemisphere during the 19th century was a monumental movement led by abolitionists. Key events, such as the American Civil War and legislative actions in countries like Brazil and the British colonies, contributed to the eventual eradication of slavery. This abolition marked a pivotal moment in history, establishing…

  • Chile

    Geographical location: Western coast of South America Bordering countries: Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru Landscape: Varies from the Andes mountains, the Pacific Ocean, and a desert region in the north to glaciers and fjords in the south. Active volcanoes, hot springs, and lakes are found in the central region. Climate: Hot and dry climate in the…

  • Brazil

    Geographical location: South America Size: Largest country in South America Bordering countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, and the territory of French Guyana Landscape: Amazon Rainforest, Brazilian Highlands, and extensive coastlines Climate: Ranges from tropical in the north to temperate in the south Population: Exceeds 211 million people Capital city: Brasília Other…

  • Argentina

    Facts Geographical location: Eastern coast of South America Size: Eighth largest country globally and the second largest in South America Bordering countries: Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil, and Uruguay Landscape: Andes Mountains, Pampas grasslands, and subtropical forests Climate: Ranges from temperate and arid to tropical in the north and subpolar in the south Population: over 44…