This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Mabel Keaton Staupers, a Caribbean-American nurse and organization executive, most noted for her role in eliminating segregation in the Armed Forces Nurse Corps during World War II.

Providence, Rhode Island's Nicholas Brown and Company owned a slave ship, Sally. Sally is documented for many trips to Africa to pick up slaves. The slaves would be delivered to Caribbean Islands in exchange for sugar and molasses to...

This is a brief encyclopedia entry about the possible slave conspiracy to burn New York City.

An education resource guide based on an exhibit on the role of "Maroons," who were escaped slaves in Latin America who established communities with extensive cultural contacts. The guide includes activities which can be used in middle...

Much historical information and current facts about the Dominican Republic are given in this well organized and detailed site. Quick facts are displayed in easy to read charts.

After reading a brief introduction on Haiti, you can learn many enlightening facts about the country through "Facts at a Glance." For more detailed information, take a look at the notes and commentary.

Comprehensive site on Cuba that gives you "Facts at a Glance" or more in-depth information about such topics as geography, people, economy, climate, or foreign relations.

A Wikipedia encyclopedia entry on the Haitian Creole language. Includes information about the African and European origins of the language and sample words and phrases. Additional links to a passable online dictionary, Radio France...

A great destination guide that takes you on a virtual trip to Aruba. Find general information on its culture, people, environment, geography, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you with more...

Provides background and general country facts and statistics about Cuba in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps, space images, and a picture of its flag.

Presents background and general country facts and figures about Dominica in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps and an image of its flag.

Offers background as well as many general country facts and statistics about the Dominican Republic in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps and an image of its flag.

Offers background and many general country facts and statistics about Haiti in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps and an image of its flag.

This resource includes a range of materials from news and commentary to samples of Haitian music and art and an extensive collection of photographs of Haiti and Haitians.

You can find information about Haiti here. Presents quick facts and statistics on Haiti while also offering a historical timeline, current news, maps, tourist information, and more.

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Guyanese Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)

Good overview of the history, geography, and ecology of the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean. It is made up of Haiti and the Dominican Republic.