From Tragedy: From Bolivar To George Washington

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During my life's journey I have seen how a tragedy can motivate it you to do better, and in Bolivar’s case that was true. When Bolivar was married, he lost his wife to yellow fever not much after. Though he was sadden that pushed him to many victories and to a new revolution. At one Spain was in a war with England. Bolivar became the leader Columbia needed to lead them to victory. Arana compares Bolivar throughout the book to George Washington and the similarities they have. Although the men that George led were from same race, faith, and political beliefs. Arena quotes Bolivar and states in her back, “He declared himself a general only, "a man .... Dangerous to a popular government, a threat to national sovereignty." Bolivar would invite slaves