July 5; April 19
Revolutionary struggle against Spanish rule began in Venezuela in 1810.
On July 5, 1811, a group of citizens in Caracas became the first in South America to
proclaim a formal declaration of independence from Spain. Forces led by Sim�n Bol�var
assured independence in 1821.
April 19 is another national holiday, known as both Declaration of Independence Day and
Day of the Indian.
Full story:
https://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Venezuela+Independence+Day
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