Venezuela

Venezuela was colonized by Spain amidst resistance from Indigenous peoples.

Venezuela became one of the first territories to declare independence from Spanish rule.

Venezuela separated and became a fully sovereign country.

Venezuela transitioned to a series of democratic governments after decades of dictatorship.

Widespread social unrest erupted in Venezuela, leading to deadly riots in Caracas.

Two attempted coups occurred in Venezuela amidst a backdrop of political crisis.

A new Constitution of Venezuela was written and ratified during the Bolivarian Revolution.

The presidential election led to widespread protests and triggered a nationwide crisis.

Venezuela was declared to be in default regarding debt payments by credit rating agencies.

Over 7.9 million people had fled Venezuela due to ongoing crises and hardships.