Essays and Research Papers on Issues in Latin-America

A 16 page research paper that gives an overview of this turbulent period in Mexican history. The writer argues that the leaders of the Mexican Revolution were just as courageous, just as idealistic and just as patriotic as the leaders of the American Revolution. Like the early U.S. leaders, they also were not in total ...

5 pages in length. Historical literary accounts of Latin America's quest for freedom delve deeply into the social and cultural foundation of discrimination and oppression during the nation's formative years, effectively illustrating the extent to which the Americas suffered gross indignities at the hands of those who were in control, with primary emphasis upon ...

A 7 page overview of nationalism around the world. This paper notes that nationalism, the strong belief in country and culture, is a characteristic of most contemporary countries. Nationalism has played a particularly strong role in the history of the world during the last three centuries, from the American and French Revolutions right ...

This 3 page report gives a very brief overview of Guatemala - history, population, and government. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 45 page paper investigates the domestic and foreign drug policies of the United States. The paper traces the history of drug use and policies within the country, then looks at the policies in Latin America with an emphasis on Bolivia and Colombia. Drug production and trafficking are described as are the efforts ...

A short, 4 page look at the history of pre-Columbian Latin America. Meso American civilization (mostly Aztec and Maya) is explored in this essay with reference to specific tribes (Olmec, Toltec, etc;) and large cities (ex. Tenochtitlan) that flourished. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

6 pages in length. The author discusses the book "Cuba, the Pearl of the Caribbean", by Andrew Coe. Emphasis is on the history, culture, and aesthetic beauties of this Caribbean island. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page research paper on how the history of these two nations has intertwined with the U.S. frequently playing a vital role in the Cuban government. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

15 pages in length. A comprehensive look at the probable role that the C.I.A. played in causing the downfall of Guatemalan President Arbenz during the 1950's. The writer explores Guatemalan political history and the controversy that surrounded Arbenz's presidency. 7 sources are cited.

A 25 page paper that looks at the New Year's Day 1994 Zapatista revolution, the history leading up to the revolution, the revolutionaries, the Mexican government's response, and the U.S. response, with a look at the Zapatistas today. Bibliography lists 22 sources.

A 10 page review of Mexico's political and economic history. Discusses both the hopes and the downfalls of capitalism. Identifies a great social disparity in Mexico between the extremely poor and the extremely rich and suggest that her greatest problems revolve around meeting the basic human needs of her poor. Bibliography lists ...

A 5 page research paper on the historical conflicts and solutions between the U.S. and Mexico. The writer focuses on the Spanish American War, Mexican War, other incursions by the U.S., and upon the political and social issues behind that history. Historical review leads to an answer to the question of why the ...

10 pages on the population, economy, and political problems in the history of modern El Salvador. Plenty of statistical data is provided and cited. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 6 page overview of the history leading up to the 1996 arrest and attempt to prosecute Pinochet, Chile's ex president. Discusses the progress that Chile has made since the departure of Pinochet and the fact that most Chilean's appear to resent the ongoing investigations into Pinochet's actions preferring to concentrate on Chile's future, ...

An 8 page examination of the political history of Chile and Argentinia with an overview of how political status correlated with economic status. Bibliography includes three sources.

A 16 page research paper that argues that the US intervention in Nicaragua, rather then aiding the consolidation of democracy, in the long-term, actually prolonged such consolidation. The writer looks at the history of US intervention and the consequences for Nicaragua. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 10 page research paper exploring the history, government, economy, education, health, and nutritional status of Peru. Great improvements have been made in the country since 1990, however, due to the fact that nearly half the population live in poverty Peru is a long way from being a nation with equal access to its benefits. ...

A 10 page research paper discussing the history, culture, anthropology, and social evolution of three groups of Native Indians : The Yanomamo (regarded as one of the most violent societies on Earth !), the Zapotecs (known for architecture & urban development), and the Yucatecs (relevant to Mayans) Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of Hoetink's book and relates the context of the book to Hoetink's obvious knowledge and understanding of sociological issues in the Caribbean. Issues concerning the region and the specific sociological implications of these issues within the context modern history are examined. No additional sources ...

A 10 page paper discussing Martinique, a 'department' of France and one of the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean. It's history and development, its 'creolization,' as well as its own efforts toward independence have created a unique and often over-looked culture in the Caribbean. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

In this well-written 30 page paper, the writer examines Columbian 20th century political history and the import role that the drug trade has played in it. The writer posits that although Colombia's economy seemingly improved and is "the best performing in Latin America," it is still drug-dependent and that dependency seems largely intermingled with the ...

The Story of Brazil: This 25 page report discusses the history of Brazil from its days as a colony of Portugal to independence, industrialization, and the modern Brazil. Particular attention is paid to economic development relating to land labor, and capital. Bibliography lists 17 sources.

A 15 page research paper that examines how the history and emergence of democracy in Latin America has served to keep that institution characterized, generally, as being "fragile" and still in a transitory state. The writer examines why democracy is still considered to be fragile in Latin America despite the fact that the vast majority ...

A 6 page analysis of "Memoirs of Bernardo Vega: A contribution to the history of the Puerto Rican Community in New York." This work offers a comprehensive overview of Puerto Rican experience in New York City. The writer specifically addresses issues having to do with racism and prejudice. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper looks at Cuba's history, with a focus on its formation shortly after independence. Several issues are discussed. The race issue is illuminated. Most of the positions draws on information from a book by Aline Helg. Bibliography lists 2 sources.