Latin American War/Revolution

Rio Grande do Sul is known for its pursuits of separatism. In 1835 this led to the Revolução Farroupilha, or Guerra dos Farrapos, and the Riograndense Republic.

Dec 9, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

The 1791 Slave Revolt of the French colony of Haiti is regarded as the first successful rebellion of the Latin American colonies against European rule.

Sep 22, 2009 - Elvira Nieto

Errol Flynn traveled to Cuba for many years to enjoy the Havana night life. He was drawn in by the Cuban Revolution and support for Fidel Castro, which he came to regret.

Sep 6, 2009 - John Seidenberg

A brief look at the 26th of July Movement, the events that began the Cuban Revolution, and the propulsion of Fidel Castro into almost half a century rule.

Jul 26, 2009 - Elvira Nieto

His desire was to be a priest but his destiny was to be a general. Zaragoza's short life was filled with a series of battles but May 5, 1862 made him a hero forever.

May 5, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Che Guevara made history when he led a group of revolutionary forces that helped topple the Batista regime in Cuba. But what shaped this man who would shape history?

Feb 18, 2009 - Sarah Salas

In an ironic twist of fate, an artifact collection dating from the 1910-1920 Mexican Revolution is now on exhibition at Pancho Villa State Park, Columbus, New Mexico.

Oct 31, 2008 - Sylvia Brenner

A short analysis of moral perspective, style, and narrative voice in 'The Conquest of New Spain', the account of Bernal Diaz del Castillo.

Oct 8, 2008 - Marius Goubert

The life of Rafael Carrera contains enough drama to fuel a gripping novel or epic movie. In a few years, this unlikely leader went from pig-keeper to President.

Aug 13, 2008 - Colin Forsyth

The article is a history of the Guatemala's 36-Year civil war that explains the groups involved and the challenges facing the peace process today.

Mar 1, 2008 - Dan Gordon