Francisco Perpuli

For most of the 20th century, the US wielded unmatched power in the Americas—and often used that power to back efforts to topple sovereign regimes.

Liberation Theology is a contemporary expression of Christianity that emphasizes the necessity of liberating the oppressed, which gained particular traction in Latin America.

Henry Kissinger was a highly controversial diplomat involved in some of the most deeply consequential actions taken by the US in 20th-century Latin America.

Exploration has been historically a key element of human behavior, and maps have greatly helped in this endeavor. Here are 5 of the most famous cartographers.

During the Age of Exploration, one task was particularly noteworthy: the circumnavigation of Earth. Discover the life of Ferdinand Magellan and the first voyage around the world.

From the first atlas to the first depiction of the Americas, maps have changed dramatically through the ages, and with this, our understanding has been transformed too.

Throughout history, humanity has always been interested in knowing, visualizing, and illustrating the world surrounding it. For that task, cartography has proven a useful tool.

From the 15th to the 17th century, European seafarers explored the world, reaching new distances and lands well beyond their knowledge. It was the Age of Exploration.

Fray Bartolome de las Casas was a Spanish Dominican friar who has gone down in history as “Protector of the Indians.” But who really was Bartolome de las Casas?

Although not as famous as other European explorers of his time, Amerigo Vespucci’s legacy will most likely outlive his peers, but not for the reasons one might think.

Cinco de Mayo is a national celebration commemorating one of Mexican history's most consequential battles. It is even celebrated in the US, though with a different meaning.

US National Parks are a defining element of the American ethos. But to learn about them, one must also learn about one of their greatest advocates, President Teddy Roosevelt.