What was the name of the short-lived republic (1819–1831) created by Simón Bolívar that included present-day Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, and Ecuador?
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Correct answer: Republic of Gran Colombia
Gran Colombia was Bolívar's attempt to create a powerful, unified state similar to the United States. However, regional rivalries and political disagreements led to its dissolution shortly after his death.
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