Venezuela is marking the 204th anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo, a pivotal moment in the country’s fight for independence, with nationwide celebrations honoring the Bolivarian Army. teleSUR
00:00On June 24th, the Venezuelan people commemorate the 24th anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo and Bolivarian Army Day.
00:07The solemn ceremonies of this national holiday began with the raising of the national flag by soldiers from the Venezuelan Military Academy and government authorities at the National Pantheon.
00:16According to historians, the Battle of Carabobo is the most important joint military action carried out by the patriotic forces on the Venezuelan territory.
00:23They also point out that the Battle of Carabobo consolidated Venezuela's independence as it was the main event that sealed Venezuela's liberation from Spanish rule at the time.
