Interactions in 'Nuestra América'

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What is the significance of the interaction between Moreno de Soza and Luisa Handy?

  • It demonstrates a clear case of social acceptance and cultural integration.
  • It emphasizes the shared experiences of oppression between different ethnic groups.
  • It highlights the rigid social hierarchy between Mexican Americans and American Indians.
  • It illustrates the complexities of social interactions and challenges the binary view of Euro-Americans and 'others'. (correct)

What does the phrase 'I am a person, too' spoken by Luisa suggest?

  • A desire for social interactions on someone else's terms.
  • An assertion of her own equality and refusal to be marginalized. (correct)
  • A desire to leave the dancing platform due to exhaustion.
  • A complete acceptance of societal norms and expectations.

What does the phrase 'Why don't you call me, Mrs.Handy?' suggest in the context of the interaction between Luisa and Moreno de Soza?

  • A formal mode of address indicating respect for Moreno de Soza.
  • A rejection of an assumed intimacy and assertation of her new status. (correct)
  • A mere request for politeness and formality.
  • A reciprocation of friendship and affection.

What is the limitation of viewing the American West’s history through a binary lens?

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What does the author mean when they state historians should account for how 'individuals acted within the constraints and possibilities of their broader social world'?

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What is the main purpose of the article, based on the provided text?

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Moreno de Soza's narrative provides evidence of:

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How does the author utilize the anecdote about Luisa Handy and Moreno de Soza?

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What is described as America's greatest danger?

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What is the importance of the neighbor knowing America?

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What new paradigm is highlighted in 'Nuestra América'?

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Which authors discussed the new paradigm of understanding 'the Americas'?

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What does the content suggest one must have faith in regarding men?

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What is the primary reason the text suggests for the limited attention given to the Spanish borderlands in US history?

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What is the 'Black Legend' primarily associated with?

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What does the text suggest about the legacy of the 'Black Legend' in contemporary American society?

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What does the text identify as a key turning point in the history of the Spanish borderlands and the broader US narrative?

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How were Spanish-speaking people in the Southwest often categorized by 1920?

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What does the text suggest about the portrayal of the 'ranchero' culture in California history?

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Which of these is NOT mentioned in the text as a way in which the Spanish borderland history is currently viewed by many?

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What type of labor did women in early California perform?

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What did US historians often emphasize in colonial era history given limited time?

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What did the article in the Los Angeles Times in the text reference?

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Who is mentioned in the text as being among the editorial staff for the text?

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What historical figure is used as an example of the romanticized view of the 'ranchero' culture?

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What does the text suggest was the outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?

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Which of these is a direct consequence of the Black Legend?

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Why is it important to consider the 1898 date in the history of Latinos in the US?

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What role did women play in the daily life of early Spanish-speaking settlers?

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Which statement correctly describes the settlers of the American Southwest?

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What was a significant social structure among the early Spanish settlements?

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What does the term 'genizaros' refer to in the context of colonial New Mexico?

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How did economic factors influence racial identification among Spanish-speaking villagers?

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What aspect of life did Ramón A. Gutiérrez emphasize in his work?

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What cautionary note did Ned Blackhawk provide regarding captivity in the Southwest?

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What role did indentured servitude play among Spanish-speaking settlers?

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What was the primary focus of James F. Brooks's research?

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What was one of the main contributions of Omar Santiago Valerio-Jiménez's research?

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What feature characterized the founding families of Los Angeles?

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What sentiment did Antonia Lustigaria Ernandes express regarding her servitude?

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What was a common misconception about Spanish-speaking settlers in the American Southwest?

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What was a significant consequence for Spanish-speaking settlers after the U.S.-Mexican War?

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Which scholar documented patterns of racial and occupational segregation in California's nineteenth century?

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What theme is highlighted by borderlands scholars regarding post-war societies?

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How did Mexican citizens in the U.S. view their status after the U.S.-Mexican War?

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What did Maria Amparo Ruiz de Burton express in her writings following the war?

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What aspect of women's experiences post-war has received limited scholarly attention?

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What phenomenon occurred among Californios as they dealt with changes post-war?

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Which historical event is considered a pivotal point for Mexican land loss?

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What relation did many Spanish-speaking settlers maintain with their lands after the war?

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What characterizes the narratives developed by scholars about the post-war experiences of Mexican settlers?

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What was a common condition faced by Spanish-speaking settlers following the U.S.-Mexican War?

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In what area did California Indian and Mexicano communities face most significant challenges post-war?

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What was the response of working-class people to their new status in the Southwest?

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What was a common theme in the literature produced by women after the U.S.-Mexican War?

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What role did Barceló play in the town's social and economic life?

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What was a significant theme explored in Maria Raquel Casas's monograph?

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What legal actions did Mexican women in California utilize according to Miroslava Chávez-García?

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What did the literary works of Cuban expatriates encourage regarding Cuba?

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Which figure is known for advocating for the freedom of slaves in relation to Cuban independence?

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What did the year 1898 symbolize for Cuban and Puerto Rican communities?

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What was José Martí’s primary contribution to the Cuban revolutionary movement?

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What underlying issues did Cuban intellectuals acknowledge while advocating for American ideals?

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Who initiated the Cuban War of Independence in 1895?

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What publication did some Cuban exiles establish to advocate for abolition?

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Which of the following was a major motivation for U.S. intervention in Cuba during the Spanish-American War?

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What did José Martí’s 1891 essay 'Nuestra América' emphasize?

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Which city served as José Martí's primary base for Cuban revolutionary activities?

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What misconception about Cuban intellectuals has recently been addressed by historians?

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Flashcards

Señora Doña Jesús Moreno de Soza

A historian who wrote about her interactions in 1880s Arizona.

Apache squaw named Luisa

A woman of Apache descent who faced social challenges in a dance.

'comadre'

A term of endearment implying close relationship or kinship.

Social negotiation in history

The interaction dynamics between different cultural groups within society.

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Richard Ivan Jacobs and Patrick McDevitt

Historians who emphasized microlevel narratives in history.

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Microlevel narratives

Detailed stories that illustrate personal experiences within larger historical contexts.

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Complex U.S. western narratives

Historical accounts that include diverse voices and perspectives, complicating binary views of history.

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Cultural interactions

The way different cultural groups communicate and relate to each other in shared spaces.

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Black Legend

A narrative depicting Spanish colonizers as cruel and greedy, contrasting them with virtuous English settlers.

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Manifest Destiny

The 19th-century belief that American expansion across the continent was justified and inevitable.

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Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

The 1848 treaty that ended the U.S.-Mexican War and ceded large territories to the U.S.

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Californios

Spanish-speaking settlers in California during the 19th century, often misrepresented in history.

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Spanish Borderlands

Regions in the Americas that were largely influenced by Spanish colonization, mainly in the Southwest U.S.

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U.S.-Mexican War

A military conflict between the U.S. and Mexico from 1846 to 1848 that led to significant territorial gains for the U.S.

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Ranchos

Land grants given to Spanish settlers in California for ranching purposes.

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Zorro

A character representing the romanticized notion of Spanish Californios as heroic and charming.

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Euro-American stereotypes

Negative generalizations about Mexicans embraced by some in the community as identity.

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Historical Erasure

The neglect or omission of historical events or figures from mainstream narratives.

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Colonial Era Focus

Historians and textbooks emphasize British colonies, often neglecting other European influences.

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Spanish Heritage in the U.S.

The influence and history of Spanish-speaking peoples in America, often overlooked.

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Civil Rights Movement Impact

The movement in the 1940s that aimed to achieve equal rights for Spanish-speaking peoples.

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Cultural Identity Threats

The perceived threats to culture by immigration, often rooted in historical stereotypes.

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Historical Misconceptions

Common misunderstandings about the roles and lives of Spanish-speaking peoples in history.

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Castas

Social classifications in colonial Spanish America based on race and ancestry.

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Genizaros

People of mixed heritage, often without strong ties to indigenous or Hispanic communities.

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Caste-based communities

Social groups organized according to racial and economic status in Spanish colonial society.

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Indentured servitude

Labor system where individuals work for a set time in exchange for passage or land.

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Racial fluidity

The ability to change one's racial identity or status within social contexts.

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Omar Santiago Valerio-Jiménez

Historian who studied economic mobility and racial identification in colonial Texas.

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Ramón A. Gutiérrez

Historian noted for his work on gender, caste and power dynamics in colonial New Mexico.

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Cultural convergence

The merging of different cultural practices and ideas, often in borderlands.

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Slavery in the Southwest

The practice of forced labor involving Indigenous peoples and Afro-descendants in the region.

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Spanish-speaking settlers

Colonizers in North America primarily from Spanish descent, contributing to cultural diversity.

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Cultural identity

The feeling of belonging to a group with shared characteristics, influenced by race and history.

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Economic mobility

The ability of an individual or family to improve their economic status, affecting social classification.

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Community of interest

Groups formed around shared concerns or circumstances rather than strict racial boundaries.

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Captivity

The state of being held under restraint, often affecting young women and children in colonial times.

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Maria Raquel Casas

An author examining intermarriage and racial definitions.

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Victoria Reed

A hispanicized Native American who crossed social lines.

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Miroslava Chávez-García

Recorded legal struggles of Mexican women in California.

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Cuban Revolutionary Party

Political party established by José Martí for Cuban independence.

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José Martí

Cuban intellectual and revolutionary leader advocating for independence.

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Spanish colonialism

The rule of Spain over territories in the Americas.

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1895 Cuban War of Independence

Conflict initiated to free Cuba from Spanish rule.

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Emilia Casanova de Villaverde

Cuban exile advocating abolition and independence.

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Cuban filibusteros

Expeditionary groups promoting Cuban independence through armed struggle.

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Cuban-American relations

The interactions and political ties between Cuba and the USA.

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John Hay

U.S. Secretary of State who coined 'a splendid little war'.

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Cuban independence legacy

Martí's ideals influenced future generations for liberation efforts.

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Nuestra América

Essay by Martí advocating for independent Latin American states.

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1898 U.S. intervention

Military involvement prompted by Cuban independence initiatives.

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Second-class citizens

Mexicans in the U.S. after the war who lost property, political power, and and cultural rights.

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Borderlands scholarship

Academic study focusing on societies in conflict and cooperation along borders.

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Californio elites

Spanish/Mexican upper class in California aware of their changing socioeconomic status.

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Maria Amparo Ruiz de Burton

First Spanish/Mexican woman writer in the Southwest, chronicled societal decline.

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Chicanos in a Changing Society

A book by Albert Camarillo detailing the life and economic conditions of Mexicans in California post-war.

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Familial alliances

Strategies used by Californios to protect property and status through family connections.

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Labor-market segmentation

Division of jobs based on race and ethnicity, limiting opportunities for Mexicans.

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Acquisition vs. Conquest

Differentiation between gaining land through purchase or treaty versus force.

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Historical narratives

Accounts that relate events and experiences of people within a historical context.

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Women’s narratives in history

Individual stories of women that reflect their experiences and strategies during times of conquest.

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Cultural dispossession

Loss of cultural identity and rights experienced by Mexicans after the U.S.-Mexican War.

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Barrioization

Process where Mexicans were segregated into specific neighborhoods, often with poorer conditions.

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Lisbeth Haas

Scholar known for examining historical identities related to conquest in California.

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Transnational interactions

Connections and exchanges that occur across national borders, shaping history and cultures.

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Ignorance as a danger

Lack of knowledge about others can lead to disrespect and conflict.

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Faith in humanity

Belief in the goodness of people can foster understanding and respect among cultures.

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Imperialism awareness

Understanding the effects and historical weight of imperialism in different regions.

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Study Notes

Key Figures and Events in Latino US History

  • Señora Doña Jesús Moreno de Soza: An 1800s Californian recounted an incident involving an Apache woman, Luisa, and a Mexican American woman, Petrita Santa Cruz, demonstrating social interactions and contestation.
  • Luisa Handy: An Apache woman who danced in a local park and challenged the social norms of the time, later marrying an Euro-American.
  • Richard Ivan Jacobs and Patrick McDevitt: Historians who highlighted the significance of micro-level narratives in understanding historical contexts.
  • Vicki L. Ruiz: A historian emphasizing Latino history as US history and highlighting key years (1848, 1898, and 1948) as pivotal for understanding American narratives.
  • Tony Horwitz: A best-selling author who wrote about the continuing impact of the Black Legend on US perceptions of Spanish history.
  • David J. Weber: A distinguished historian noted for his work on the Mexican frontier.
  • Hubert Howe Bancroft: A 19th-century historian who described women's labor in Californio society.
  • Douglas Monroy: A historian who focused on the Californio population demographics.
  • Omar Santiago Valerio-Jiménez: A scholar who studied economic mobility's impact on racial identity in the Rio Grande.

Key Concepts

  • Micro-level narratives: Historians' focus on how individuals acted within broader social constraints.
  • Negotiation and contestation: Understanding how different groups interacted and challenged each other within social structures.
  • Black Legend: A historical narrative that negatively portrays Spain and Spanish colonization.
  • Manifest Destiny: A belief in the US's right to expand throughout North America, often used to justify conquest.
  • Borderlands: Spaces characterized by complex interactions and conflicts between different cultures and national identities.
  • Colonial castas: Social hierarchy based on a combination of Spanish, African, and indigenous ancestry.
  • Indentured servitude: A system where individuals were bound to work for a set period to pay off debts or obtain passage.
  • Genizaros: People without belonging to either indigenous or Spanish societies, often separated physically and socially from these roots.

Key Turning Points in Latino US History

  • 1848: The end of the Mexican-American War and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, marking a significant change in territorial control and the lives of Spanish-speaking settlers in the Southwest. The era was shrouded in myth and misconception, with a romanticized view of California's ranching elite masking the reality of most people's lives.
  • 1898: U.S. intervention in Cuba led by José Martí, who advocated for Cuban independence but also considered the implications of US intervention in the context of its own contradictions and imperialism.
  • 1948: Marked by the complexities of cultural, political and economic changes affecting Latino communities in the US Southwest

Other Key Themes

  • Gender, race, and culture: How the intersection of these factors shaped the experiences of individuals, communities, and social structures.
  • Dispossession and violence: The narratives of violence and dispossession faced by Spanish-speaking people after the US-Mexican War.
  • Economic stratification: Differences in wealth and occupational status amongst Spanish-speaking communities, both at the start and in the aftermath of the US-Mexican War, and how these shaped their identities.
  • Resistance and adaptation: How individuals persisted and adapted in the face of social and political change.
  • Shifting political, economic, and cultural status: How Spanish-speaking people transitioned through periods of political, economic, and cultural transformations, especially in the aftermath of the US-Mexican War.
  • Women's agency: The limited acknowledgement of the critical and multifaceted roles of women who negotiated their place in changing social and political landscapes within the Spanish borderlands.

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