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If you mean the name it was first called Borinken by the natives then San Juan Bautista and finally Puerto Rico. The name is given for the riches colonists found on the island. A myth explaining this states that Ponce de Leon says what a rich port.
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How did Puerto Rico become us territory?
Puerto Rico
What was the outcome of the referendum in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico voted to become a state in the 2012 Referendum. However, it is now up to Congress to decide if Puerto Rico will become the 51st state.
Who will decide if puerto rico can become a state?
The Puerto Ricans
When did puerto rice become a state?
Puerto Rico has not become a State of the U. S.
Is Puerto Rico rich country?
Well, Puerto Rico is a US territory... you make the math. Puerto Rico is not poor, but is not rich either. If Puerto Rico become a state of the Union will become the poorest state. But if we compare with other contries around PR, PR is way above them.
Is peurto rico a state?
Puerto Rico is currently not a state, but a commonwealth within the US. In the 2012 elections, Puerto Rico held a referendum where they were given the choice to keep their current status, become independent, or become a state. Puerto Rico voted to become a state, but it is now up to Congress to decide. It is likely that it will not pass, however.
How many people must live in Puerto Rico for it to become a colony?
It is quite unlikely that Puerto Rico will ever become some country's colony again.
Is Puerto Rico going to become a state of the US?
no
When did Puerto Rico become ceded to the US?
In 1898.
Can you change your Pennsylvania cdl to Puerto Rico cdl?
You have to actually become a resident of Puerto Rico in order to be able to do this, but yes, it can be done.
Where is the Wackenhut office in Puerto Rico?
Wackenhut in Puerto Rico become G4'S and is located in Caguas tel 787-641-3300
How do you say welcome to Puerto Rico in spanish?
Soy de Puerto Rico. (I'm from Puerto Rico) or Soy puertorriqueño. (I'm a Puerto Rican)
