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Marking the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence, the May Revolution of 1810 in Buenos Aires was the first successful revolution in the South American independence movement. Sparked by the news of Napoleon's conquest of Spain, local citizens formed a provisional government, leading to the creation of the Primera Junta. This event set the stage for further revolutions across the continent.

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1811: The Venezuelan War of Independence

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1811: The Venezuelan War of Independence

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Led by Simon Bolivar, the Venezuelan War of Independence officially began in 1811. This marked a significant turn in the liberation of South American colonies from Spanish rule. Bolivar, often referred to as El Libertador, successfully liberated not only Venezuela but also played a crucial role in the independence of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, uniting them under the Gran Colombia.

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Following the May Revolution, Argentina declared its independence from Spain on July 9, 1816. This declaration was the culmination of various military campaigns, most notably by General José de San Martín, who is famed for his role in the independence of not only Argentina but also Chile and Peru. San Martín's crossing of the Andes to defeat Spanish forces in Chile is one of the pivotal moments of this war.

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1822: Brazilian Declaration of Independence

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1822: Brazilian Declaration of Independence

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The Brazilian Declaration of Independence from Portugal occurred on September 7, 1822, under the leadership of Dom Pedro I, who famously declared 'I remain'. This moment symbolized the end of Portugal's colonial dominance in the Americas and the birth of the Empire of Brazil. Unlike other South American revolutions, Brazil's independence was achieved with relatively less violence and bloodshed.

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The Bolivian War of Independence, culminating in 1825, was a part of the larger South American war of independence. It was characterized by a struggle against Spanish rule led by Simon Bolivar, after whom Bolivia is named, and Antonio José de Sucre. One of the significant moments of this war was the Battle of Ayacucho in 1824, which ensured the independence of not only Bolivia but also Peru.