The AACCLA promotes trade and investment between the United States and Latin America. Country-specific information and general NAFTA information are provided.

Latin Focus provides a diverse selection of pages dealing with the economy of Columbia. Topics range from the stock market to unemployment.

This brochure from the Army's Center of Military History gives an extensive account of the little-reported on American theater of World War II. Read about the preparations for hemispheric defense, the few breaches of the defense, and the...

Information about the way the Spanish conquistadors were able to conquer the indigenous people they met.

A critical account of the Nixon Administration's policies towards the elections of 1971 in Uruguay. Newly declassified documents give us a revised picture of Latin American policies.

Features 13 detailed facts, effects, and significance of the Good Neighbor Policy that promised to improve US ties and relations with Latin America.

This article describes the growing epidemic of dengue fever, or DHF, in Mexico and other tropical areas. The virus is caused by mosquitos. Registration is required.

A thorough review of Woodrow Wilson's foreign policies in these four lessons offered by EDSITEment. Learn the origins of "Wilsonianism," Wilson's views on relations with countries in Latin America, Wilson's decision to enter World War I,...

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

Get a little taste of Peru. Find out about some of the wonderful food which some say is the best in Latin America.

This site from Fordham University contains the address made by JFK concerning the Alliance for Progress at a White House reception for Latin American diplomats and members of Congress.

The 'Big Stick' foreign policy of Theodore Roosevelt is explained, and how it was used in the building of the Panama Canal and to maneuver an end to the Russo-Japanese War.

The study resource from Khan Academy provides an overview of Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The Age of Empire is discussed in this lesson. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.

WorkingAbroad/VWIS (Voluntary Work Information Service) is an international networking service for volunteers, workers and travellers on volunteer projects in over 150 countries worldwide. On this site, you will find professional and...

This site from The New Advent gives information on the history and involvement of the Catholic Church in this Latin American country. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...

This Digital History site provides an informative overview of the Mexican American civil rights movement in America.

The U.S. State Department provides extensive information on Argentina at this site, including data on the population, geography, government and economy. (March 2012)

This is a detailed account of the events and investigations associated with the Panama riots of January 1964.

An article discussing the similarities and differences between Salsa and the Mambo, both Latin American dances. The article mainly discusses the steps of both dances, but has some information about the style and feel of the music.

In-depth encyclopedia entry discussing the economy of Honduras.

In this lesson plan, students will consider "Lyndon B. Johnson and the Crisis in the Dominican Republic." The plan includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.

Flexbooks 2.0 are interactive, customizable, digital textbooks. Flexbooks are standards-aligned. Flexi, a student tutor, is integrated into each book to guide you on your learning journey. Flexi can assist in learning, answer questions,...

This is a quick look at the banana trade in Honduras. You'll find out why it was called a "banana republic", what the impact on the land was, and stats on the production of the trade.

Provided is a summary of the culture of Nicaragua.