god....freyjones
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Spain was a declining power for many years prior to the Napoleonic wars. It reached its height say in the 16th century, but due to a shitty economy via silver imports was overtaken by the Netherlands and England in the 17th century.
By 1800, I think the declining Spain was a major reason for Sr. Bolivar et al to rise up. Spain could not compete with the UK and France at that time, who were the most powerful European states. TO answer then properly, I reckon it was inevitable for Spain to lose what is now Venezuela and other countries. The British and Spanish were allies in the wars, so it wouldn't have made sense for the British to not allow them their territories.
By 1800, I think the declining Spain was a major reason for Sr. Bolivar et al to rise up. Spain could not compete with the UK and France at that time, who were the most powerful European states. TO answer then properly, I reckon it was inevitable for Spain to lose what is now Venezuela and other countries. The British and Spanish were allies in the wars, so it wouldn't have made sense for the British to not allow them their territories.