About
Military leader and revolutionary who helped establish the First Republic of Venezuela. In 1812, he was appointed him Supreme Chief and Generalissimo of Venezuela. He fought in various revolutions including the American Revolutionary War.
Before fame
He enlisted in the Spanish army and was sent to Cuba and fought the British at Pensacola.
Trivia
He is famous for designing the yellow, blue, and red flag that inspired the modern national flags of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador. He also took part in the French Revolution and the Spanish American wars of independence.
Family life
He and his partner, Sarah Andrews had two sons. When she died, she was officially buried as a widow.
Associated with
Military and political leader Simón Bolívar ultimately betrayed him.
