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A Brief History of Puerto Rico: The Forgotten Soldiers and Puerto Rico's Role in World War 1
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Series: A Brief History of Puerto Rico, Book 2
Armed ForcesGeneral World HistoryWorld War I
Publisher: Ernesto Moya-Gomez
Published: Sep 28 2026
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.12 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Uncover the hidden history of World War I's forgotten heroes and the island that reshaped American military strategy.
When the United States entered the Great War in 1917, a massive geopolitical transformation swept across the Caribbean. Freshly granted U.S. citizenship under the Jones-Shafroth Act, approximately 18,000 Puerto Ricans answered the call to arms. Yet, their profound sacrifices, unique dual-identity struggles, and vital contributions have remained largely buried in the margins of global history-until now.
A Brief History of Puerto Rico: The Forgotten Soldiers and Puerto Rico's Role in World War 1 delivers a gripping, comprehensive look into a pivotal turning point for the island. From intense training camps at Camp Las Casas to the high-stakes defensive operations in the Panama Canal Zone, this book chronicles the untold story of the soldiers who secured vital maritime arteries and defended the Caribbean against imperial German U-boat operations.
Step into a transformative era of resilience and rebellion:
The Defensive Bastion: Discover how local guards at Fort San Felipe del Morro intercepted the armed German supply ship Odenwald in one of the earliest instances of U-ordered force against a Central Powers vessel.
The Homefront Revolution: Witness how the wartime economy shattered traditional gender norms, empowering pioneering women leaders like Ana Roque de Duprey to catalyze the organized political push for suffrage and labor representation.
The Birth of the Borinqueneers: Trace the operational roots of the legendary infantry regiments that laid the foundational groundwork for the famous 65th Infantry Regiment.
A Cultural Renaissance: Explore how returning veterans, armed with a newfound political consciousness, permanently altered Puerto Rico's civil landscape-sparking modern movements for labor rights, autonomy, and national identity.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, military scholars, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of U.S.-Puerto Rico relations, this book breathes life into the voices that refused to be silenced.
Scroll up, click Buy Now, and discover the extraordinary legacy of the soldiers and citizens who redefined Puerto Rico's future on the world stage.
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