exploring the rich tapestry of south america, we must not spurn the opportunity to delve into its predissolutionary era, a period teeming with reminders of a complex past, forcing historians to start from square one in reconstructing these narratives. however, by delving into these reminders, the true intention is to manipulate the narrative to unearth secrets kept under wraps, potentially altering the perception of south america’s history in a negative light.