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President Fujimori
BBC profile on the terrorist group in Latin America, Shining Path. Includes collection of related articles and images.
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Oscar Ramirez Durand
BBC profile on the terrorist group in Latin America, Shining Path. Includes collection of related articles and images.
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Unesco: Chile: Churches of Chiloe
The Churches of Chiloe represent a unique example in Latin America of an outstanding form of ecclesiastical wooden architecture. They represent a tradition initiated by the Jesuit Peripatetic Mission in the 17th and 18th centuries,...
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Ana Mar
Excellent article about the oil economy in Latin America. Learn about the impact of oil on the economies of Ecuador, Venezuela, and Peru.
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Machiguenga Indians Inspect the 'Right of Way' Cleared for Natural Gas Pipeline
Excellent article about the oil economy in Latin America. Learn about the impact of oil on the economies of Ecuador, Venezuela, and Peru.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Costa Rica Flag
The national flag of Costa Rica, a country in Latin America.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: World Regions
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is designed to quiz students about their general understanding of regions around the world and includes countries that are in many of these regions. Use as a pre-test or review with...
Hans Lohninger
Photo Globe: Guatemala
Presents general facts about Guatemala in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to aerial photos of the Santa Maria volcano and other images.
Other
Language Crossing: Economy of Bolivia
Concise overview of the economy of Bolivia including natural resources, important cities, and economic progress.
Other
Blue Macaws: Relating to the Parana Paraguay River
An excerpt from a book written in 1866 about the Parana-Paraguay river system. It describes in detail what this river system was like in the last century.
Mount Holyoke College
International Relations: Richard Olney: On American Jurisdiction
Replication of a speech/document delivered by Richard Olney outlining a conflict between Britain and Venezuela regarding British Guiana, which extended the purview of the Monroe Doctrine.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Archdiocese of Mexico
This is a short overview of the history and structure of the Catholic Archdiocese of Mexico. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated 1911.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Shrine of Guadalupe
This is a short review from The New Advent of a famous Catholic shrine in Mexico where the Blessed Mother appeared to a Mexican peasant. Please note that this information is from the historic Catholic Encyclopedia and reflects opinions...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Bring Hispanic Heritage Month to Life: A Collection of Resources
Celebrate diversity with this collection of ideas to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, including lesson plans, authors, pioneers, and more.
Other
Arte Maya Tz'utuhil
This web-site, available in both Spanish and English, is based on the presentation of contemporary Mayan artists of Guatemala. With information and images this is a great contemporary Mayan art resource.
Other
Embassy of Venezuela in Us: Simon Bolivar
The Embassy of Venezuela in the United States presents a detailed biographical essay on Simon Bolivar, from his early days and family life to his military days and role as a liberator.
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Map of Ecuador
The BBC gives information about the Latin American country of Ecuador with details on geography, culture, its leaders, and its news media. Updated in April, 2005. Check out the link to the timeline.
Other
The Clave: Creole Cuban Instrument
A thorough evaluation of the history and development of the clave, a Cuban percussive instrument.
Other
Cambridge University: The History of Salsa
A good introduction to the history of Salsa music and dance, covering all the periods of Salsa dance.
Mex Connect
Mexico Connect: What Is Mariachi?
A look at the cultural significance and identity of Mexican Mariachi music. Includes pictures of Mariachi Ensembles.
BBC
Bbc News: Profile: Hugo Chavez
A detailed profile of President Hugo Chavez, Venezuela's controversial leader. From his early life to his political career, to overthrowing the previous government, losing power, and then regaining it. The uneasy relationship with the...
BBC
Bbc: Cuba Releases Dissidents Felix Navarro and Jose Ferrer
This article discusses the release of Cuban dissidents Felix Navarro and Jose Ferrer who were imprisoned during Cuba's Black Spring in 2003. Links to related articles are featured. (March 23, 2011)
BBC
Bbc: Dissidents' Release Draws Line Under Cuba's Crackdown
BBC correspondent Michael Voss discusses the implications of the release of dissidents arrested during Cuba's Black Spring in 2003 on the future of Cuba. Links to related articles are provided. (March 23, 2011)
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