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A 4 page paper discussing the intent of the Spanish and Portuguese in insisting that indigenous populations of Latin American minority groups intermarry in a process of blanqueamiento or 'whitening.' The intent was to preserve the superiority of the conquerors by destroying any ethnic identity and so prevent resistance from any single ethnic group. ...

A 7 page paper describing the origin and status of Brazil's two-tiered economic state. The presence of a wealthy minority with historical political clout has perpetuated an impoverished underclass. Social upheaval to bring about governmental and social changes are occuring at both public and governmental levels, but much remains to be accomplished. ...

This 3 page essay discusses the current status of the economy of Brazil and the problems it is facing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page report discusses the 'macho' attitudes of Brazilian men and the impact such attitudes have on the women and children of the country. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

Binka Le Breton's journalistic pursuit of the events that surrounded the assassination of Josimo Morals Tavares, a priest involved in the squatters land struggles in the countryside of Brazil, is a book of social, political and religious significance. This 8 page paper provides an overview of some of the basic elements in Le Breton's ...

An 11 page review of squatter settlements, how they evolve and what causes the mass migrations of people which settle them. Discusses the lack of basic planning and infrastructure in these settlements. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper on Fidel Castro's greatest contribution. The writer examines the social and economic reform that has taken place under Castro's regime. Bibliography cites 8 sources.

Cuba & Castro

  • 3 page paper

Approximately 3 pages in length. Report discusses U.S.-Cuban Relations with emphasis on their relevance to Fidel Castro. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 20 page paper examines the suffering, abuse, and terror faced by children in these two countries during the countries' civil wars. The health effects, beyond the obvious physical damages, suffered by these children are also briefly discussed. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

8 pages in length. The Monroe Doctrine stood for many things and addressed many issues, both nationally and worldwide; however, it can be argued that the primary motivation behind President James Monroe's desire to implement his doctrine was as a means by which to protect American interests. The 1823 declaration that announced Monroe's ...

New Insights on Cuba

  • 5 page paper

A 5 page analysis of two journal articles on the turbulent Caribbean island. The first article takes a detailed look at the Cuban Revolution and the role of Che Guevara's 'foco' theory. The second article deals with Cuba's current political situation and the other Caribbean nations have been moving toward rapprochement of Cuba. No additional ...

Ernesto 'Che' Guevara

  • 10 page paper

This 10 page report discusses the legendary revolutionary of Cuba, Ernesto 'Che' Guevara. Guevara's life and conduct have been (for more than thirty years) and continue to be an inspiration to the disenfranchised of society as well as those who dream of a greater world that supports the advancement and betterment of the people through ...

A 5 page examination of the positive and negative effects of the 1959 Cuban Revolution. Some of the issues address include the racial population since the revolution, the economic status, and the conditions relating to the seizure of property during the revolution. In many ways, however, the revolution is not over and will perhaps always ...

This 3 page essay discusses one of the adversarial relationships, the one between Celia and her daughter Lourdes, in 'Dreaming in Cuban.' Bibliography lists 1 source.

Dreaming in Cuban

  • 5 page paper

5 page analysis of character and effectiveness in Christina Garcia's recent (1990's) book 'Dreaming in Cuban'-- a fictional work that realistically traces several generations of a Cuban family and their lives both in their native land and in the United States.-- Examination is moderately socio-political. No Bibliography.

A 5 page research paper on Guatemala's attitudes toward the Allied and Axis powers during World War II. The United States had become an important customer for Guatemala's economy, purchasing 60% of Guatemala's annual coffee production. Land reforms and invitations to foreign investment just before the turn of the century had resulted in the ...

Guatemala / Trade

  • 5 page paper

A 5 page overview of Guatemala's past and current trade relationships, particularly the country's trade relationship with the U.S. and Latin American countries, and its new potential for direct foreign investment. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

The underpinnings of the Aztec Empire began with the defeats by the Mexica and the development of the Anahuac Valley, later known as the Valley of Mexico, and the integration of the Toltec people and the Aztecs into an integrated social and community structure. This 6 page paper provides a narrative view of the ...

A 4 page paper discussing how the roles of women changed as Mexico moved into its colonial period in the early 18th century. Prior to the arrival of the Spaniards, Mexico's society was one of informal polygamy and all worked for the good of the group to which they belonged. Soon after the ...

In 5 pages, the author discusses the Mexican Revolutionary hero, Pancho Villa. He was instrumental in the conflict between Mexico and the United States in the early 1900s. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page report on Mexican President Zedillo and the many socio-economic problems that country had experienced under his administration (covers the fall of the Peso and more). Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page essay that focuses on Mexico's role in the cold war. Among issues discussed is the 1968 incident of Mexican police brutality toward protesting students in Mexico City and how this incident was misrepresented to both the Mexican public and Mexico's contacts in foreign affairs. Included is an analysis of the ...

6 pages in length. The writer discusses similarities and differences as they relate to the developmental trajectories of the basin of Mexico and the Maya Lowlands, as well as addresses Copan involvement in the Mayan collapse. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

4 pages in length. The writer discusses similarities and differences between the Mayan and Inca political structure, as well as addresses the religious influences of the architectural layout and planning of Teotihuacan. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Travel in Yucatan

  • 10 page paper

A 10 page analysis of John Stephens' nineteenth century classic Incidents of Travel in Yucatan. In 1841, John Stephens and F. Catherwood traveled through Yucatan visiting haciendas and ruins. Together they produced one of the definitive travel accounts of the nineteenth century as well as a great book of archaeological discovery. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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