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Sep 22, 2009
Origins of FARC in Colombian Guerrilla History
The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC, are well known for their guerrilla activities. But what are the origins of this Colombian terrorist group? more...
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Sep 25, 2009
Hugo Chávez
By: Elvira Nieto
Military man and leader of Venezuela for ten years, the often controversial Hugo Chávez has been at the forefront of a wave of democratic socialism in Latin America. more...
Dec 27, 2008
Fidel Castro and the Cold War
By: Barry Vale
The Cuban revolutionary and President Fidel Castro played a significant role within the context of the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States. more...
May 2, 2008
Cinco de Mayo Is Fiesta Time
By: Linda McDonnell
On May 5 many U.S. cities celebrate Cinco de Mayo with music, dancing and Mexican food. The day commemorates the 1862 victory of Mexico in a battle with the French. more...
Jun 20, 2007
Pirate Ships on the Horizon
By: Henry Ramsager
The vessels of choice among pirates included the schooner, brigantine and galleon. They all shared one common factor: they were almost always stolen. more...
Jun 15, 2007
Magellanic Penguins
There is a surprisingly large penguin population outside of the Antarctic. Among the non-Antarctic birds are the Magellanic penguins of South America. more...
Jun 1, 2007
Sea Monsters and Whirlpools
The sea monster is nowhere to be seen. However, familiar favourites such as Captain Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones make their expected return as they battle amid a maelstrom more...
May 22, 2007
The Beaches of Rio
Ipanema, Copacabana and Flamengo are among the most famous beaches in Rio and in the world. more...
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