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People left for political (a Dictatorship ruled until 1974) but mostly economic reasons. The rural areas were extremely poor.
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Is Portugal is south or Central America?
south america
Is the Caribbean in Portugal?
No, the Caribbean isn't in Portugal. Instead, the Caribbean Sea is located southeast of the Gulf of Mexico and the continental United States of America, east of Central America, and north of South America. Portugal is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe. The Atlantic Ocean borders Portugal to the west and south, and Spain borders Portugal to the north and east.
What is the difference between Portugal and America?
really?
Why do people speak spanish in south America?
Central and South America were conquered by Spain a country which speaks Spanish. However Brazil, was settled by Portugal and so Portuguese is spoken there.
Why do most people of Latin America speak either Spanish or Portuguese Hint it happened in 1494.?
I think you're confusing Latin America with South America. Most people speak Spanish or Portuguese in South America because Spain and Portugal invaded and colonized the region.However, most people of "Latin" America speak either Spanish or Portuguese because that's pretty much the definition of Latin America: any American country where a Romance language is spoken, such as Spanish or Portuguese.
Is Portugal under South America?
No, Portugal is to the north of South America.
Is Portugal in North America?
No. Portugal is a country in Europe.
Is America and South America and Spain and Portugal continents?
America is a country Spain is a country Portugal is a country Just South America is a continent
Why are most people of Latin America Catholic?
Most people in Latin America are Catholic due to the influence of Spanish and Portuguese colonization in the region, starting in the 16th century. The Catholic Church played a significant role in the colonization process, leading to the spread of Catholicism among the local populations. Additionally, Catholic traditions and practices became deeply ingrained in the cultural identity of many Latin American countries over time.
When did Magellan leave Portugal?
to get girls
Is Portugal is south or Central America?
south america
Which European is closest to the United States of America?
Portugal ( geographically )
Which continent did 36 million people leave?
south America
Why do people want illegals to leave America?
To have a better life.
Were are Portugal people from?
The Portuguese people are from Portugal...
What do people call Portugal people?
People from Portugal are Portuguese.
What country did Portugal settle in Latin America?
Brazil (locally called Brasil), is the only country in Latin America (or at least South America), which Portugal settled in.
