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Puerto Rico
This category covers questions about the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, commonly known as simply Puerto Rico, an unincorporated territory of the United States. Originally a Spanish colony, the United States acquired Puerto Rico as a territory from the Kingdom of Spain on December 10, 1898. Since then, both the United States and Puerto Rico have maintained close, friendly ties, even once considering the admission of Puerto Rico as the 51st state, although this was eventually decided against.
2,573 Questions
Do they grow cotton in Puerto Rico?
No but sugar cane Petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, rum and coffee
What Spanish explorer discovered Puerto Rico and Florida?
Puerto Rico was discovered by Europeans on November 19, 1493 by Christopher Columbus.
Florida was discovered by Europeans on April 2, 1513 by Juan Ponce de Leon. He was also the Governor of Puerto Rico.
Plaza Las Americas is the biggest mall in Puerto Rico?
Yes Plaza Las Américas is the biggest mall in Puerto Rico. It has more than 300 stores, including the only Macy's in the Caribbean, 13 movie theatres, close to 11,000 parking spaces and more than 40 dining alternatives at La Terraza Food Court and other sit-down and full-service restaurants.
Is Puerto Rico next to California?
No it is in the Caribbean and California is on the west coast of the US.
When was the first spanish village founded in Puerto Rico?
January 14, 1508 the first school in Puerto Rico was established in Caparra.
Why did the US acquire Puerto Rico?
There´s no "correct" answer for why the US government needs Puerto Rico. Simply, the matter is that the US has controlled Puerto Rico since 1898, for 111 years, and NO country ever wants to give away possessions nor territories freely. Basically, more land means more power and more authority. It all boils down to the ability to utilize land for military, economic and like purposes.
How much is it to send certified mail to Puerto Rico?
Go to the postal web site at:
http://www.usps.com/
How long is the plane trip from Miami to Puerto Rico?
travel time by plane is 2 hours and 2 mintues. They are 1,019 miles apart.
Has Puerto Rico won any Olympic medals?
Yes, Puerto Rico has won 6 medals, including one silver. All of the medals were won in boxing.
Which US state is most like Puerto Rico?
Florida. It is about 1000 miles west northwest of Puerto Rico.
Georgia is the the next closest state.
How much does the Puerto Rican peso equal in the US?
A US Dollar is worth 100 US Cents in Puerto Rico which uses the US Dollar as its currency.
If you are born in Puerto Rico are you a US citizen?
Puerto Ricans are US citizens since the implementation of the Jones Act of 1917. The Jones Act was approved by Congress on March 2 of that year during the presidency of Woodrow Wilson. The Jones-Shafrot Act of 1917 granted US citizenship to people born in Puerto Rico. It made them citizens, but not born US citizens. Please see additional link as posted. Those born on or after April 11, 1899 and before January 13, 1941 were granted US Citizenship.
Only those born on or after January 13, 1941 are born US citizens, as amended by: Title 8 > Chapter 12 > Sub chapter III > Part I > Section 1402. Many people who were not born in Puerto Rico, feel or consider themselves Puerto Ricans because one or both of their parents, are/were born in Puerto Rico. A few others though neither them or their parents were born in the island still feel likely because they grew up or lived there most of their lives.
ADDED: For Example, A Puerto Rican born in Puerto Rico after Jan. 13, 1941, can be President of the United States of America.
What direction do you travel going from Miami Florida to San Juan Puerto Rico?
You'd go Southeast.
Southeast,
Southeast.
How do you say wealthy in Puerto Rico?
Wealthy in Spanish is "adinerado" but "rico" (rich) is much more common.
Why do people from Puerto Rico vote US presidential elections?
It is part of the united states of america
How long is the flight from Atlanta Georgia to Puerto Rico?
About 6 to 8 hours depending on layover. There are no direct flights from Charleston or Greenville-Spartanburg.
What taxes would Puerto Rico have to pay if they became a state?
puerto rico would have more money then what is has now
What are some of the best all inclusive holiday resorts in Puerto Rico?
There are several four star resorts in Peurto Rico. The first is named "San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino", being both a resort and a casino combination. Another, equally famous one is called "Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa"
Is Puerto Rico a rich country or Morocco?
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.
Were Puerto Ricans slaves in Hawaii?
There probably were some on visiting ships, but the Hawiian contract laborers who went to Hawaii were not slaves.
Does Puerto Rico have congressmen?
Puerto Rico doesnt have voting representatives in the house like the states. Puerto Rico has a Resident Comissioner who is a non-voting representative in the house for puerto ricans which is Pedro Pierluisi
How does the US govern Puerto Rico today?
The United States did not make Puerto Rico a protectorate. Instead, it governed Puerto Rico as a territory, as it did the Philippines. The Foraker Act of 1900 established that the U.S. would appoint Puerto Rico's governor and the upper house of its legislature. Puerto Rican voters would elect the lower house.
