How Puerto Rico Became a US Commonwealth

How Puerto Rico Became a US Commonwealth

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History, Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video explores Puerto Rico's complex political status, tracing its history from Spanish colonization to its current status as a US territory. It discusses the Spanish-American War, US acquisition, and the granting of US citizenship to Puerto Ricans. Despite being a Commonwealth, Puerto Rico's political status remains debated, with calls for statehood and self-determination. The video also highlights the limited representation of other US territories.

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