≡November 11, Cartagena Independence
November 11, Cartagena Independence Day, in the city of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. This day commemorates the city's declaration of independence in 1811, when Cartagena became the first province in the country to officially break ties with Spanish colonial rule. This act marked an important step in Colombia's struggle for independence and was an inspirational moment for other regions in the Latin American liberation movement. Cartagena's decision to seek independence came in the context of the revolutions and independence movements that swept Latin America in the early 19th century. Under the leadership of local figures and inspired by ideals of freedom and self-determination, the city decided to become a territory free of the Spanish Crown. It contributed to Colombia's independence effort, and also strengthened the fight for a sovereign country in Latin America.
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