The Importance of River Access: How Geopolitics Provoked the War of the Triple Alliance Last week we started our exploration of the Paraguayan War and how river access was of vital importance to…
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Paraguay and the War of the Triple Alliance – Part 1
History is rife with wars and struggles and Latin American history significantly so. A couple weeks ago we covered the story of Mexican independence. In the year 1821, several Latin American countries gained their…
Friday Canción: Mano a Mano (A Tango Song)
It’s Friday again. The weekend is here! Are you ready for some sweet Spanish music to touch your heart? I’ve got a Friday Song for you… La canción de viernes: Mano a Mano | Música– Carlos Gardel…
Reblog: The Astounding Size, Sound and Beauty of Argentina’s Perito Moreno Glacier
I’ve shared some of Caroline Helbig’s amazing photos from Argentina, with you before. And I have to do it again. She brings Argentina’s Perito Moreno Glacier alive in an astounding manner. The stunning pictures, her…
Eleven Facts About Mexico in the World Cup
I had expected to do an Argentina World Cup post, similar to the one I did on Brazil. Because who doesn’t think of Brazil and Argentina when it comes to Latin American football? But when…
FIFA World Cup 2018 Begins Today!!! Who are you supporting?
The football madness begins today! Welcome World Cup 2018!!! I’m so excited!   As I mentioned in an earlier post about World Cup songs, I may not be the biggest sports fan but…
Reblog: My 10 Perfect Moments in Argentina
It’s currently Autumn in the Southern Hemisphere, which makes for cool temperatures and breathtakingly beautiful photo opportunities in the southern cone of South America. Check out Writes of Passage to learn more about their travels…