Latin American History (general)
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Definition and Location of What is Latin America
Latin American history, Latin American geography and Latin American languages all contribute to a definition of what Latin America is. Here is an overview. more...
Famous People from Peru and Peruvian Currency
Here is an overview of the famous people from Peru who appear on Peruvian money. These famous Peruvians appear on Peru paper money banknotes from 10 Soles to 200 Soles. more...
The Conceptual History of the Panama Canal
The construction of the Panama Canal in the early 1900s was not a new idea. The conceptual history of Panama Canal construction stretches back to the 16th Century. more...
A History of the Potosi Mines in Bolivia
From Inca legend to Spanish conquistadores, through years of slavery to incredible wealth, here is a brief history of the Potosi mines up until the present day. more...
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Racial Identity in the New World
By: Sandra Gross
The conquest of Peru introduced the White man to this region. This immigration was the seed of mestizaje or miscegenation, the interbreeding of races. more...
By: Sandra Gross
Buried in the folds of the volcano Pichincha is the lost gold of the Inca Atahualpa, a legend French scientist Charles-Marie de la Condamine discovers upon his ascent. more...
November 3 is Cuenca Day in Ecuador
By: Melanie Zoltan
On November 3, 1820 the city of Santa Ana de los Ríos de Cuenca in Ecuador gained independence from Spain. The city celebrates Foundation of Cuenca each year. more...
By: Elvira Nieto
By the time European explorers arrived in the New World, the tobacco plant was already employed in various ritual, social and medical customs. more...
By: Elvira Nieto
The Central American country of Honduras has shown resilience in the face of conquerors, revolutions, and civil wars. more...
Important Dates in Latin American History
By: Elvira Nieto
Though there are many significant historical dates in each of the 20 republics and seven island nations of Latin America, there are a few that stand out more than others more...
Independence and Hispanic Heritage Month
By: Elvira Nieto
Among the events celebrated during Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 through October 15) are the independence days of seven countries of Latin America. more...
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