Gran Colombia-Peru War - 3 Minute History

The video covers the historical territorial disputes and changes in colonial administration between modern-day Ecuador and Peru, starting from 1563. It discusses the rise of Simón Bolivar and the formation of Gran Colombia, Peru's struggle for independence, and the conflicts between Peru and Colombia in the late 1820s. The narrative concludes with the war between Peru and Gran Colombia, the Armistice of Piura, and the unresolved border disputes that persisted into the 20th century.

Which Viceroyalty was Ecuador initially under in 1563?

• Viceroyalty of New Granada

• Viceroyalty of Brazil

• Viceroyalty of Peru

• Viceroyalty of Rio de la Plata

What was Simón Bolivar's stance on the borders of new nation states?

• He wanted to reduce them

• He wanted to merge them

• He wanted to keep them the same

• He wanted to expand them

Who became the dictator of Peru in 1824?

• Andrés de Santa Cruz

• José de Lima

• Simón Bolivar

• Agustin Gamarra

What action did the Peruvians take in late November during the conflict with Gran Colombia?

• They signed a peace treaty

• They allied with Brazil

• They retreated to Lima

• They bombarded Guayaquil

What was the outcome of the Armistice of Piura?

• Bolivar was reinstated

• Guayaquil was handed over

• Gran Colombia dissolved

• Peru gained control of Ecuador