How did independence politically affect the Creole class in Venezuela? I.Venezuelan independence split the Creole class into two political factions, liberals, and conservatives. In addition, independence motivated many Creoles to remove themselves from politics and pass their power to local caudillos, or soldiers. (Williamson 233-234) (Greene 105-106) A.During Venezuelan’s independence movement, opposing viewpoints of two of the colonies most influential revolutionary leaders sparked disagreements within the Creole class.1.Simon Bolivar sought to completely liberate Venezuela and the rest of South America from monarchy. He also wanted more social classes in Venezuela to participate in politics.2.San Martin believed Venezuela should break away from Spain, however, he advocated a different governmental structure after independence, then that of Simon Bolivar.a)Thought that a European monarch was needed in Venezuela in order to maintain stability and power over the lower classes.3.During the Venezuelan independence movement, both parties maintained their general opinions of a post-independent government. They modified their ideas only slightly.a)Both parties also gathered a group of supporters who held to their views steadfast.B.After independence, the political disagreements between Bolivar and Miranda became stronger and more apparent.1.After independence, Venezuela’s revolutionary leaders slowly removed themselves from politics. However, their supporters continued to defend their political views.2.The opposing groups soon formed informal political parties that divided the Creole class into conservatives and liberals. The political ideas of these groups contrasted greatly.a)Conservatives sought to “rebuild as much of the old order as possible so as to secure their authority over the lower classes” (Williamson 234)b)Liberals desired to “create a modern liberal state without prejudice to any of its citi...
