Abstract
Before the Spaniards arrived in the 16th century, the "Republic of the Equator" was part of the Inca empire. The country remained under Spanish control until Antonio José de Sucre liberated the region in 1822, at which time it became part of Greater Colombia. When this union collapsed in 1830, three countries were formed: Colombia, Venezuela and Ecuador. During the period of 1904–1942, several conflicts with neighboring countries caused Ecuador to lose some of its territory. Since then, several uprisings and clashes with Peru have contributed to Ecuador's volatile history.
Recommended Citation
Profile, Country
(2004)
"Ecuador,"
Journal of Mine Action
: Vol. 8
:
Iss.
2
, Article 36.
Available at:
https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cisr-journal/vol8/iss2/36
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