Research Paper On Puerto Rico

Boriqua! is a commonly used term among the people of Puerto Rico when referring to themselves or their country. Puerto Rico, formerly known as the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, is a U.S. Territory. It is a small island, only 100 miles long and 35 miles wide, located in the Caribbean Ocean. It is about 1,000 miles off the tip of Florida in between the Dominican Republic and the Virgin Islands. The climate is tropical and mild with little variation in the seasonal temperature. The country is composed of one large island and many smaller islands. Puerto Rico is home to 3.6 million people, and its capital city San Juan is home to almost 400,000 people. Spanish and English are the two main languages spoken. The country is one of few in the world that is officially bilingual (NationFacts). The term boricua is linked with Puerto Rico 's native heritage. The word comes from Boriken, the Taíno word for the island (NationFacts), the Great Land of the Valiente and Noble Lord (prfdance.org).

Puerto Rico is one of the prettiest and bluest places on Earth. The absolute location is 18.2208N, 66.5901 W. It is an island, so it is surrounded by water, specifically the Atlantic Ocean. Strange enough, with so much water around, you would think that Puerto Rico’s fishing industry would be outrageous, but its falling fruits beat the title. The people of Puerto Rico are called bordiqua and are very proud of their Latin heritage. They are also extremely proud of their flag with the lonesome star representing common wealth of Puerto Rico. Each three points of the blue triangle represent its 3 branches of Republican government (executive, legislative, and judicial). The three stripes of red stand for the blood shed on the island and the two white stripes represent freedom of man. The Puerto Rican Rock frog (AKA- coquito) is a very large part of their culture. It is called a “robber frog” because of the loud noises it makes leaving sounds like blazing sirens.

Puerto Rico has had a long history of dependency. Puerto Rico was first colonized by Spain until the Spanish American war, which resulted in the colonization by the United States in 1898. While Spain was in the process of devising an agreement with Puerto Rico that would grant the island autonomy, the invasion of the United States ended any plans that would grant this reprise (Figueroa, 11/19/98). The U.S. decided to partake in this colonial expansion because Puerto Rico had tremendous potential for investment and commerce as well as being geo-politically strategic. The U.S. had intentions to take Spain and its influence out of the western-hemisphere. In 1917 Puerto Ricans were granted

The historians Lynn Thomas and Laura Briggs explore how the colonial state attempted to control women’s bodies and reproductive capacities in Kenya and Puerto Rico. Thomas focuses on the concern of British colonial officers in Kenya, particularly in the Meru tribe, about low birthrates. The British Empire felt that it was part of their humanitarian obligation as colonizers to ensure the health of women and their babies, discourage abortion, and encourage reproduction. In Puerto Rico, Briggs traces the fear of sexually transmitted diseases, over-population and eventually over-sterilization. The United States was first concerned about various diseases that their soldiers would pick up from prostitutes in Puerto Rico, and then their worry

Puerto Rico and many other countries have been influenced by a variety of cultures. These countries

Puerto Rican cuisine includes a decently wide array of options including different animals, crops, beverages, and plants. There are no well-known inedible foods in Puerto Rico. The animals most commonly eaten in Puerto Rico include chicken, pork sausage, turkey, beef, pork chops, spare ribs, and marinated pork. The animals most common to Puerto Rico are chickens, cattle, pigs, horses, goats, sheep, mules, and asses (Magaly). Fish is also eaten, but in smaller quantities than other meats (Syracuse). Daily diets of Puerto Ricans usually include rice, beans, starchy vegetables, sofrito, and bacalao (Kittler, Sucher, Nelms

“I know what's enchanting about my beautiful Puerto Rico. That's why I love her so, and I'll always call her Precious”. This verse is part of a song called “Preciosa,” which is cataloged as another anthem of Puerto Rico. I was born and grew up knowing the island of Puerto Rico as Borikén, the island of charm. I had the opportunity to know the rural paths of my blessed island, its culture, and its history. Every year in school, I learned about my roots, the “Indio Taino,” the African slaves, and the Spanish colonizers. As I was part of a folkloric dance group, I was able not only to learn of the Puerto Rican culture and history, but to represent it as well. Along with the Puerto Rican history, I always knew Puerto Rico was a territory of the United States, but I

The country of venezuela is hot, humid,and located in nothern south america.The capitol of venezuela is caracus. The name venezuela came from the explorer , alonso de ojedo ,because he admired how much it reminded him of venice. Earleist records of venezuela date back to march 30th 1845 when christopther made his third voyage in search of gold.Settlers would go to venezuela to trade for their resources because venezuela was known as the riches country.Venezuela would trade natural resiurces like : petroleum natural gas,iron ore gold minerals and diamonds.They first gained independence in 1811 on july 5th ; by the help of jose prudencio.

The history of the Dominican Republic formation is first dated back to The Taino’s, which split up the island into five territories and chiefdoms. A major event of the country’s formation was in 1492 when in his first voyage Christopher Columbus’s discovered and claimed it. Columbus’s exploration triggered Spanish takeover of the American mainland and the Caribbean. Due to the French taking control of the western third of the island, that part of the island became known as Haiti in 1804. The Dominican Republic tried to gain its own independence in 1821 but failed for 22 years due to the Haitians taking the island over until 1844 when it gained its own independence. But they willingly returned to the Spanish Empire in 1861. Due to voluntarily

Puerto Rico should become a state. Recently, 61% of Puerto Rican voters decided in favor of statehood. They are already legal US citizens but have no voting rights, no federal tax return rights, and no federal medicaid/medicare rights. Additionally, they have a member of Congress, but he has absolutely no voting rights and is only there to voice opinions. Even further, the US can exclude Puerto Rico from any national law they choose because they are not currently a state, but Puerto Rico cannot reject laws that they do not agree with, even though they are not a state. This can easily be seen as a double standard. Bringing Puerto Rico into the union would also greatly benefit both the Puerto Rican economy and the US economy. The United States

Puerto Rico is a perfect mix of cultures and languages. Caribbean, Spanish, African and North American influences meet in this fascinating archipielago, right in the heart of the Greater Antilles. Keep reading to find out some interesting things you may not know about Puerto Rico!

In 1493 Christopher Columbus found Puerto Rico and claimed it for Spain. While under the Spanish rule Puerto Rico and Cuba were the only two colonies that stayed loyal to Spain by not going against them to gain their independence. The Spanish imported slaves to Puerto Rico in 1517. The slaves were forced to work in the mines and on the field growing ginger and sugar. Ginger and Sugar were raw material that Puerto Rico was best known for. During the Spanish-American war Cuba tried to rebel against Spain to gain their independence. The Cuban revolt failed but the Cubans forced Spain to abolish slavery in 1886. In 1896 President McKinley had the U.S.S. Marine to go to Cuba and get American citizens from there who are in danger. The Marine ship blew up on February

Traveling to an island for free? Who wouldn’t want to take advantage of that great opportunity? Growing up with a family of six, my parents have always wanted the best for us. one thing they strive for is making sure we spend time together. My dad works all year to be able to take us out to learn and enjoy our from our family trips. Because we drive on our vacation trips, we have only been limited to the eastern side of America. I am blessed to have parents who care about our future because through our trips we have been able to learn outside of school and bring that information to the classroom. Going to Puerto Rico I will be able to learn more than just history. This experience would allow me to expand my knowledge of the island and the people, and learn a little of everything about the culture. Coming from a Mexican background and growing up in America, I have been exposed to two cultures. Culture is a big part of my life. I love my Mexican culture, but I enjoy learning about others' cultures.

prompting action from the U.S. government that would lead to stabilization of the Puerto Rican economy.

Back in 1697 when the island of Hispaniola was divided for possession by the France who took over the western side, and Spain who ruled over the eastern side.