Is Panama A Melting Pot

Hispanic culture can be traced in the United States for more than 500 years when California, Mexican states, Florida and the Southwest were discovered by Spanish explorers. Mexico’s legal immigration in the United States is around about 7.5 million in a census made in 2008. When Mexico was under the Spanish Rule, Jose Francisco Canales an immigrant from Spain settle in the town of Monterrey. Canale’s family expanded their roots all the way up north of the Rio Grande by the help of Jose de Escandon. Escandon established several settlements over the years and becoming one of the most successful colonization during that period. Nuevo Santander was one of the most well

According to the Census, in 2010, Atlantic City’s Hispanic population was more than 30 percent. These numbers are skewed due to the illegal population scared to participate in the census. I would estimate that Hispanics make up almost half of the population of the city. Perez acknowledged this and began researching the Hispanic population of Atlantic City to create an archive of this culture. Some of the major questions that began the whole project were, what made them leave their home countries and why did they choose Atlantic

Honduras and The Dominican Republic are said to be almost the same culture because of similarities in their cultures. Although many may think they are the same because they are both spanish speaking countries but they are actually wrong. They are so far from each other but they do have similarities like in there holidays, clothing and even in their foods. Although they have their similarities they are own unique in their own way of doing things. This differences make people proud of their culture because it's means they are different from others. They do have differences in like the way they dress, the way they celebrate and the way they prepare their food. This things make people proud of their country and the cultures it's given them. Keeping this in mind when you read the rest of the essay you will see the similarities and the differences. They are different in their own ways.

Hispanics of Salvadoran origin, the fourth largest Hispanic country-of-origin group grew by 152% since 2000. The Dominican population grew by 85%, the Guatemalan population by 180% and the Colombian population by 93%. Meanwhile, the Cuban and Puerto Rican populations grow more slowly—44% and 36%

The United States of America is a cultural melting pot; as a result, there are many stories of those who have immigrated into the land. Pam Munoz Ryan has written a story similar to other’s who ventured into California, in Esperanza Rising. Her focus is her own grandmother’s life and experience as an immigrant from Mexico in the 1900’s. By using the characterization literary device Ryan conveys the importance of family through the protagonist’s growth in the story. There are many people who may live a comfortable life with stability; however, they may face a situation that will force them to reinvent themselves and start over in a new land. Esperanza is a spoiled rich

Guatemala has more people than any other Central American country, with an estimated population of 11,980,000 it is home to many different cultures. The population can be divided into two groups; Indians and people of mixed Spanish and Indian ancestry. But in Guatemala, being called an Indian or a non-Indian does not depend entirely on a person 's ancestry. It is basically a matter of how people live and of how they categorize themselves. For example, a Guatemalan is considered an Indian if he or she speaks an Indian language, wears Indian clothing, and lives in a community where the people follow the Indian ways of life. The Indians think of themselves more as part of their community than of their country. They pay little attention to

The United States began as an isolated country, only focusing on the matters going on within the nation. Overseas expansion, military strength, and the practice of Social Darwinism later became an interest to the nation’s development. Because there was a want for power, wealth and missionary zeal, the United States became an imperialistic country. As a result the construction of the Panama Canal became an important project to begin. Despite all the difficulties it faced during the process, the Panama Canal was completed and gave the nation great power.

     Guatemala’s culture is a unique product of Native American ways and a strong Spanish colonial heritage. About half of Guatemala’s population is mestizo (known in Guatemala as ladino), people of mixed European and indigenous ancestry. Ladino culture is dominant in urban areas, and is heavily influenced by European and North American trends. Unlike many Latin American countries, Guatemala still has a large indigenous population, the Maya, which has retained a distinct identity. Deeply rooted in the rural highlands of Guatemala, many indigenous people speak a Mayan language, follow traditional religious and village customs, and continue a rich tradition in textiles and other crafts. The two cultures

The Hispanic population has experienced an incredible growth in the past decade in the United States of America. In 2006 it was estimated that the Hispanic cover 11 % of the population in North America. Their Origin is in Mexico and the few Spanish speaking countries in the Caribbean. American culture is derived from people who originated from the European nations like Italy and the Great Britain. Cultural identity is very important for every ethnic group as it shapes the culture of that particular faction and therefore, a certain culture cannot realize its own values until it is exposed to another one.

Latinos are the largest and fastest growing ethnic group in the United States with an estimated population of 44.3 million (Pew Hispanic Center, 2007). The growth rate of the Latino population is 24.3%, which is three times the growth rate of the total population of 6.1% (U.S. Census Bureau). Of the U.S. Latinos, Mexicans are the largest Latino group in the United States with 64% (U.S. Census Bureau). Puerto Ricans are the second largest Latino group in the U.S. (not including those who live in Puerto Rico) with 9.0 % of the population (U.S. Census Bureau). The third largest group is Cuban (3.4%), and fourth largest group are Dominicans (2.8 %; U.S. Census Bureau). Other countries such Central and South America account for 13% of the

These historical differences in the regions of Brazil and Mexico are still evident in their populations of today. The Amerindian influence is strong in Mexico. While only ten percent of the population is full Amerindian (de Blij and Muller 220), the cultural influence remains greater than in Brazil. Less than one percent of the population is full Amerindian in Brazil (Microsoft Encarta). The population of Mexico is largely mestizo, people with mixed European and Amerindian ancestries (de Blij and Muller 220). The population of Brazil is much more diverse; it is more heavily influenced by European immigrations. The large numbers of slaves brought into Brazil from Africa have maintained their

Nearly 40 percent of all Panamanians have ancestors who were neither Spanish nor Indian, but who had came to the isthmus over the last 110 years to build or traverse the canal. Panama is a service economy, trading, financial, and transportation services account for three

This is a good thing about Latin America because it would probably impact the economy if it wasn’t there. It is the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal is a waterway that brings together the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean. It really helped trade in Latin America. The canal was built by the Americans in 1904 and a lot of leaders took over the project, including John Wallace, John Stevens and George Washington Goethals. The project was finished in 1914 after taking 10 years to build. The Panama Canal is an important feature to Latin America because it is a quicker way to import and export goods or cargo. It made it easier because instead of going all the way around South America you can go through Panama which saves you a lot of time. That means a lot of more ships pass through. If there was no Panama Canal like I said it would take a lot longer to travel to bring stuff somewhere by water. I also think there would be less ships traveling because not a lot of people would like to travel a long time at sea. I also think a lot of people would die because the trip would take so long. That is how the Panama Canal impacted Latin America in a good way.

Indians and mestizos each form about 40 percent of the population. Blacks, whose ancestors were brought to Ecuador as slaves of the Spaniards, make up the remaining 10 percent of the population. Most Ecuadorians speak Spanish, and more than 90 percent of the population belongs to the Roman Catholic Church.

Latin America represents 1/10 of the world's population, and geographically can be located from the land extensions of Mexico, until the Patagonia at Argentina. Some of the most relevant elements of today's culture in Latin America are; Religion, Values, Attitudes, Social structure, Social stratification, Language and Gift-giving hospitality. The predominant religion throughout history in Latin America has been Catholicism. From big cities to small villages, churches, basilicas, and cathedrals are found. Catholicism left its mark, from customs and values to architecture and art. During many years in many countries the Catholic Church had power over all civil institutions, education, and law. Nowadays religion