Answer:
Ecuador started its republican life on May 13, 1830.
Explanation:
"But on May 13, 1830, after a period of protracted regional rivalries, Ecuador seceded and became a separate independent republic."
source - https://www.britannica.com/place/Ecuador/The-colonial-period
Department of state maintains the diplomatic relations with various nations in the world.
He was referring to a Democratic Government, and the expectations for citizens were that no matter what social class men were in, they were required to serve the country, and make political decisions
