Simon Bolivar was certainly one the most influential figureheads in world history. So, sit back, and let us tell you all about him. Simon Bolivar was a Venezuelan military leader who played a pivotal role in the revolutions against the Spanish Empire. The South American soldier was born into considerable wealth and sent to Spain for his education, where he quickly got caught up in the European political landscapes.
He just couldn't help getting caught up in the resistance movement - when France invaded Spain he was hailed by many as 'El Libertador' in English; The Liberator. Sadly, he died not too long after in 1830. He may have faced some fearful opposition in his time, but the final battle which finished him off was with Tuberculosis.