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Puerto Rico is an archipelago that is currently a territory of the United States of America with its official name being, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; however, it is often referred to by Puerto Ricans as Borinquen, a term derived from the name given to the island by its original Taíno natives, Borikén. The Taíno natives were the last group of people to live on the island unphased by the outside world and are also the most well known pre-columbian settlement of Borinquen due to the greater number

divided into are physical, historical, cultural, and commercial. Puerto Rico is a beautiful location with even more beautiful attractions. The attractions in Puerto Rico range from its beautiful beaches to historic sites to old and famous towns. Puerto Rico is a never ending tourist attractions with all of its places to visit. El Yunque National Forest Waterfalls - Hiking/natural tourism This location is one that is held sacred by the Puerto Rican locals. According to ancient Indian legend, the good spirit

Puerto Rico Puerto Rico is one of the twenty-eight Caribbean island nations and is slightly smaller than the state of Connecticut. Its climate is tropical, rainy, and warm. The population of the island is 3,994,259 and its capital is San Juan (Atienza, Cardona). According to the 2008 U.S. Census, America is home to over 4 million Puerto Ricans, 25 percent of them living in New York with an estimated 900,000 living in New York City (Kittler, Sucher, Nelms 263). Since there is such a large amount

international perception of Puerto Rico as an American colony a failed economy or a misunderstood predicament of colonization Since the end of the Spanish-American War in 1898 the United States has proclaim the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico under United States territory. Spain handed Puerto Rico over to the United States as spoil of war and to liquidate its war debts. To this day, the political, economic, and cultural impact of the occupation and subsequent" annexation" of Puerto Rico as an unincorporated

how Puerto Rico became a territory? Several historians believe that Puerto Rico was made a US Territory by The Foraker Act of 1900. Other historians say that The Jones-Shafroth Act of 1917 made it a US Territory. Some might also say it was World War I. This essay will tell you about, Puerto Rico, all three things, and also which one is truly correct. Before starting to truly explain things, let me explain how this whole thing started. At the beginning is how Puerto Rico was discovered. Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico has a unique relationship with the United States. Its people are glad to be part of America, yet the cling to their heritage fiercely. Puerto Rico is not a state of the United States, but it is a territory, which grants them different privileges and responsibilities. This paper will compare and contrast Puerto Rico with the United States. The United States claimed Puerto Rico as its territory in 1898 after the Spanish-American War. The island’s residents became citizens in 1917 just –

Puerto Rico Statehood Composition 2 (11 am) Decmeber-02-2010 Formal Outline Topic: Puerto Rico Statehood Purpose: To encourage the US and Puerto Rican government to for more interest for Puerto Rico statehood. Thesis: As an American I feel our government needs to make more progress, and give more encouragement to Puerto Rico to become a state though education, and social learning. Introduction: Body: I Economics: A: Underemployment B: Taxes Incentives C: Effects on the economy II Political:

of President Truman was an indication that Puerto Ricans would use any necessary means to gain independence. Puerto Rico has been a territory of the United States for almost a century. The citizens of Puerto Rico have always had different views on whether they want independence or greater autonomy. The following essay will focus on the commonwealth status of Puerto Rico and the attempted assassination of President Truman. The commonwealth status of Puerto Rico between the 1950-1952 was with limited

States are Cubans, Mexicans, and Puerto Ricans. Puerto Ricans are people who identify themselves as Hispanics of Puerto Rican origin, meaning they were either born in Puerto Rico, or have family ancestry that traces back to Puerto Rico. According to Lopez & Patten (2015), in 2013, Puerto Ricans were the second-largest Hispanic origin population living in the United States, accounting for 9.5%. This population continues to grow. In fact, between 1980 and 2013, the Puerto Rican population in the United

This J-term trip to Puerto Rico has been one of the best experiences of my life. I have encountered so many incredible people that have made an impact in my life all in ten days’ time. I have seen so many unique and beautiful places that have made me fall in love with Puerto Rico. Being able to see the East and West coast sides of the island allowed me to have a better understanding of the culture and ethnicity of the people. Although Puerto Rico is poorer than any U.S state, it has cultural practices