Hispanic and Latino Reference Websites

Hispanics and Latinos are another group of underrepresented people in the United States. This section includes images, videos, and websites that reflect the cultural identity of these individuals, from their history in Mesoamerica to the distinction of the terms Hispanic and Latino.

TimeMaps explores “Latin America: the Colonial Era” from the Reconquista to Portuguese in South America.

A History.com article summarizes the history of the “Aztecs.”

The “Maya” Empire explained by History.com.

The history of the “Inca” from History.com.

Khan Academy explores the trade life, religion, art, and colossal heads signature to “The Olmec.”

ThoughtCo. examines “The History of Latin America in the Colonial Era.”

In this article, Khan Academy explains “Independence from Spanish rule in South America.”

Brookings addresses “The rapidly deteriorating quality of democracy in Latin America” in this article.

Pew Research Center presents “Facts on Latinos in the U.S.”

“Young Latinos: Born in the U.S.A., carving their own identity” by NBC News.

The Center for American Progress highlights “The State of Latinos in the United States.”

“A history of anti-Hispanic bigotry in the United States” explained by the Washington Post.

The NPR article, “Hispanic Or Latino? A Guide For The U.S. Presidential Campaign” identifies the difference between Hispanic and Latino Americans.

This video dives into the everyday lives of the Aztecs.

This video gives detailed information on the greatest site left from the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu.

In this video, Hispanic, Latino, and Mexican Americans of all backgrounds talk about their culture in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month. These people continue to embrace their heritage and are proud to celebrate their roots.

In this video, National Geographic focuses on the influence the Mayan civilization had on the development of Mesoamerica.

This video involves multiple individuals that identify as Latino discussing their ideas on race in America.