Category: History

Túnel de Guajataca: A Journey Through Puerto Rico’s Railway Past

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Tunel de Guajataca

Located along the rugged northwest coast of Puerto Rico, where the municipalities of Isabela and Quebradillas meet, lies a remarkable testament to the island’s industrial past and enduring natural beauty: the Túnel de Guajataca. More than just an old railway passage, this iconic tunnel embodies a significant chapter in Puerto Rican history and has, over time, transformed into a beloved natural attraction, drawing visitors with its picturesque views and poignant whispers of a bygone era. A Concrete Link to the Past: History of the Túnel de Guajataca The story of…

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El Cayito | Historia Puerto Rico

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El Cayito El Cayito es una plataforma para contar las historias de Puerto Rico. Fundado en octubre del 2019, nos dedicamos a escribir y publicar escritos de historia y ficción de Puerto Rico, de forma impresa y digital. Somos autores, somos artistas, somos editorial. Nuestra misión es simple: contar las historias de Puerto Rico. En el 2020 publicamos el libro Ramitas: cuentos fantásticos en la isla de San Juan Bautista, por Andrés Sanfeliú Cruz, escritor y fundador de El Cayito y Breve historia de naufragios y derrames en Puerto Rico,…

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The Foraker Act

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A Key Chapter in Puerto Rico’s Political History and Its Lasting Effects The Foraker Act of 1900, formally known as the Organic Act of 1900, was a pivotal moment in Puerto Rico’s history. It established a civil government on the island after it became a U.S. territory following the Spanish-American War of 1898. This law laid the foundation for Puerto Rico’s relationship with the United States and shaped its political and social structure in ways that continue to influence the island today. This post will examine the key provisions of…

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