Monday, April 25, 2016

Presentation Day 2

Puerto Rico- Always ruled by another country. Tainos Indians were the ones to welcome the Spanish    to the island. Focused on how the culture of Puerto Rico has changed over its history.

Jamaica- Gender inequality, poverty, and violence. All in 1710

Martinique- 1997 first major outbreak of Dengue Virus.
     
St. Martin/ Maarten- Dutch and French controlled. French have about 300 restaurants in very small    area. Blending of French and Dutch cultures.

ABC Islands- Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao. About 17% are unemployed. Outskirts of the hurricane zone.

The Bahamas- First inhabitants Lucayans. Colombus enslaved many natives and took their gold. Age of Piracy: Blackbeard- Edward Teach; Calico Jack- Sailed the Jolly Roger.

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