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This Week in Geographic History: Venezuelan Independence Day

We’re slowing down for the summer! Instead of our usual roundup of “This Day in Geographic History” (TDIGH) events, here’s a closer look at one historic event that connects to something in the news today. We’ve also matched it with a map or visual, background information, and additional resources. Wednesday, July 5 TDIGH: Venezuelan Independence Day Though Venezuela declared its independence from Spain in 1811, … Continue reading This Week in Geographic History: Venezuelan Independence Day

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Current Event Connection: Hugo Chavez Dies

POLITICS Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez Dies This interactive timeline explains the life and legacy of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, a pioneering and controversial leader who died on March 5. Discussion ideas: Read the relevant parts of our encyclopedic entry on South America: Human Geography. (Information on Chavez is on page 3, under “Contemporary Issues”.) Hugo Chavez was wildly popular with poor and working-class Venezuelans, but … Continue reading Current Event Connection: Hugo Chavez Dies

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