Excerpt:" The alabado or religious hymn despite of being a genre of Spanish folklore abundant in New Mexico and Southern California, has attracted the attention of the folklorist very little and up to time no serious studies of it have been published".
What is it: Introduction describing the hymns that will follow it. The introduction includes a historic background that explains studies on these alabados.
When was it Written: It was written in the 1930s.
Who was it written by: Juan Bautista Rael
What significance: Since this is an American book that fact that is was published shows the pride that was felt among Hispanic Americans in that their culture was written about for decades in America.
How it affected this era for Hispanic Americans: The fact that books were being published that mentioned signficanct part of their culture showed that their culture was rampant in many parts of the United States and was respected.
What/Who is in the picture: Several Spanish Americans are together enjoying their native culture through dance and music. In the background there is an American flag which symbolizes one part of the individuals identity. However, their dancing symbolizes another.
When and Where it was Taken: This picture was taken in July 1940 in Taos, New Mexico.
How it demonstrates changes or significance for Hispanic Americans: It demonstrates an appreciation and connect to their culture. It is significant because this occurring in the US therefore we once again one can see the diversity found within America and how proud Hispanic Americans are of their addition to that diversity.
How does this picture explain the history or relevance of your topic: This picture explains the history of the condition of Hispanic American communities. One could say they were very connected and were seen as respected leaders in those communities .
When and Where it was Taken: This picture was taken in July 1940 in Taos, New Mexico.
How it demonstrates changes or significance for Hispanic Americans: It demonstrates an appreciation and connect to their culture. It is significant because this occurring in the US therefore we once again one can see the diversity found within America and how proud Hispanic Americans are of their addition to that diversity.
How does this picture explain the history or relevance of your topic: This picture explains the history of the condition of Hispanic American communities. One could say they were very connected and were seen as respected leaders in those communities .
What/Who is in the picture: Jose Martes poses with fellow soldiers. The Korean War is ongoing and Martes serves a
in the army as a corporal.
When and Where it was Taken: In 1950 in Fort Lewis, Washington.
How it demonstrates changes or significance for Hispanic Americans: This is significant because it displays Hispanic Americans having a active role in the United States government. In this situation Martes is serving in the armed forces to support the United States. This also could suggest a deep form of patriotism.
How does this picture explain the history or relevance of your topic: This photo shows the history of how Hispanic Americans contributed to the United States and how with military service they helped make America what it is today.
in the army as a corporal.
When and Where it was Taken: In 1950 in Fort Lewis, Washington.
How it demonstrates changes or significance for Hispanic Americans: This is significant because it displays Hispanic Americans having a active role in the United States government. In this situation Martes is serving in the armed forces to support the United States. This also could suggest a deep form of patriotism.
How does this picture explain the history or relevance of your topic: This photo shows the history of how Hispanic Americans contributed to the United States and how with military service they helped make America what it is today.
Who or what the video is showing: This video is showing the deportation of an estimated up to 2 million Mexican Americans during the Great Depression. Most of these Mexican Americans were legal citizens of the United States.
When and Where it Was Taken: Various Parts of the Country most promently California. It was taken during the Great Depression.
How it Demonstrates Changes or Significance for you topic in this era: This is significant to Hispanic Americans because it reveals the history of xenophobia and a series of negative attitudes towards Hispanic Americans so much that they were deported to a country that wasn't their home. The negative attitudes were driven by the common argument against having Hispanic Americans within the United States in that they were taking jobs and living off of the government. However when the Mexican Americans were deported certain industries suffered tremendously as the Hispanics had worked jobs no one else would.
When and Where it Was Taken: Various Parts of the Country most promently California. It was taken during the Great Depression.
How it Demonstrates Changes or Significance for you topic in this era: This is significant to Hispanic Americans because it reveals the history of xenophobia and a series of negative attitudes towards Hispanic Americans so much that they were deported to a country that wasn't their home. The negative attitudes were driven by the common argument against having Hispanic Americans within the United States in that they were taking jobs and living off of the government. However when the Mexican Americans were deported certain industries suffered tremendously as the Hispanics had worked jobs no one else would.