You Won’t Believe What Historical Figures Actually Looked Like

Simón Bolívar

Bolívar was a Venezuelan military leader who was mostly known in his part in the revolution against the Spanish Empire. He was known as “El Libertador,” which translates to “The Liberator.”

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The More You Know

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