Battle of Boyaca

Today is a National Holiday in Colombia. It is the day that celebrates the victory of the Battle of Boyacá. This was the battle that brought Independence from Spain to Colombia.

You can read more about the History here:

http://raisingcolombiankids.blogspot.com/2009/08/battle-of-boyaca-preparing-for-august.html

and here:

http://raisingcolombiankids.blogspot.com/2009/08/pedro-pascasio-child-hero-with.html

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