Venezuela’s Celebrated Black Soldier Who Led Their War of Independence in the 1800s

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Venezuela; War of Independence

Description

Pedro Camejo might not be so popular in history books or worldwide. Still, in Venezuelan history and to the predominantly Black community in Venezuela, he is a celebrated figure whose presence as a soldier in the War of Independence moved the nation closer to becoming free.

Creator

Elizabeth Ofosuah Johnson

Source

https://face2faceafrica.com/article/venezuelas-celebrated-black-soldier-who-led-in-their-war-of-independence-in-the-1800s

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face2faceafrica.com

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