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Travel in Central America

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  • Belize
    • Belize City
  • Costa Rica
    • San José
    • Jacó
  • El salvador
    • San Salvador
  • Gautemala
    • Guatemala City
    • Antigua Guatemala
  • Honduras
    • Tegucigalpa
  • Nicaragua
    • Managua
    • Granada
    • León
  • Panama
    • Panama City

Category: Historical Topics

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The Panama Canal Zone and U.S. influence

February 27, 2025 admin Historical Topics

The Panama Canal Zone: Historical Overview The Panama Canal Zone was a pivotal geographical and political area under the jurisdiction of the United States from

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The civil wars of Guatemala and El Salvador

February 20, 2025 admin Historical Topics

Overview of the Civil Wars in Guatemala and El Salvador Guatemala and El Salvador witnessed profound civil wars that were pivotal not only in terms

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The Sandinista Revolution in Nicaragua

February 13, 2025 admin Historical Topics

The Sandinista Revolution: An Overview The Sandinista Revolution, often referred to as the Nicaraguan Revolution, was a significant socio-political movement that took place in Nicaragua

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U.S. involvement in Central American politics

February 6, 2025 admin Historical Topics

Overview of U.S. Involvement in Central American Politics The involvement of the United States in Central American politics extends back more than a century and

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The Banana Republic era: A history of exploitation

January 30, 2025 admin Historical Topics

The Origins of the Banana Republic The term Banana Republic was originally coined by the American writer O. Henry in the early 20th century. It

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The United Provinces of Central America

January 23, 2025 admin Historical Topics

Overview of the United Provinces of Central America The United Provinces of Central America, also known as the Federal Republic of Central America, represents a

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The independence movements of Central America

January 16, 2025 admin Historical Topics

The Historical Context of Central American Independence The independence movements of Central America during the early 19th century were pivotal in shaping the region’s political

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Spanish colonization and its impact

January 9, 2025 admin Historical Topics

Introduction The Spanish colonization of the Americas, beginning with Christopher Columbus’s expedition in 1492, had profound and lasting effects on both the indigenous populations and

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Pre-Columbian cultures of Central America

January 2, 2025 admin Historical Topics

The Diversity of Pre-Columbian Cultures in Central America Central America, a region renowned for its rich historical tapestry and cultural multiplicity, served as the cradle

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The Mayan civilization and its influence

December 26, 2024 admin Historical Topics

The Origins and Development of the Mayan Civilization The Mayan civilization is one of the most sophisticated and influential societies to have ever thrived in

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