Barbados National Hero
US Department Of State Post Report
Discovered by Columbus in 1498 on his third voyage to the New World, Venezuela was first explored by Alonso de Ojeda and Amerigo Vespucci in 1499. According to legend, they named the country Venezuela (Little Venice) after seeing the Indian houses built on stilts in Lake Maracaibo. Venezuela was one of the first New World colonies to revolt against Spain (1810), but it was not until 1821 that independence was achieved. Francisco de Miranda began the task, which was completed by the great Latin American hero and statesman, Simon Bolívar, Venezuela’s national hero and native son. ... [Read More]
Docs 255-287
10. Since dictating above message GUAT 001 IN 23524/3/ received indicating situation Guat City strongly favorable Calligeris, that population overjoyed and want their hero now. Cable recommends that Calligeris simply announce coming Guat City by plane with fighter escort. ... 9. Calligeris has just sent message reading as follows: "I accept interview with the categorical understanding that the fact of attending it does not forcibly bind me to come to an agreement. If it be that the conditions do not satisfy the ideals and plans of the liberation movement for broad and definitive national reform." We consider his expressed attitude to be reasonable. [place not declassified] should facilitate trip to Salvador if Calligeris requests. Desirable that his pilot [1-1/2 lines of source text not declassified] and preferably one of his own people. Since Monzon being flown by official U.S. plane same facility might be accorded Calligeris if available [place not declassified] and Embassy approves. Possibly preferable Calligeris should use his own light plane directly from Hdqrs in field. Suggest Calligeris advise estimated ETA Salvador. ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
The Dominican American Cultural Institute (ICDA) or Binational Center, which receives support from the State Department, is headed by a board of directors composed of Americans and Dominicans. The Center offers day and evening classes in English and Spanish at nominal fees. French language classes are offered at Alliance Francaise and Spanish classes are available at APEC University. Private language tutors are also available. Adult and children’s classes in art and music, including voice, are given at the Bellas Artes School and the National Conservatory of Music. The Little Theater, which produces at least one play in English per year, welcomes new members. Drama groups in Spanish occasionally have openings for non-Dominicans. Ballet classes are available for children, and trained adults may be able to work with performing ballet groups. The semiprofessional National Symphony accepts foreigners who play at the fully professional level.&nbs ... [Read More]
Background Notes Archive - Western Hemisphere
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATEBACKGROUND NOTES: GUYANAPUBLISHED BY THE BUREAU OF PUBLIC AFFAIRSOfficial Name: Co-operative Republic of GuyanaPROFILEGeographyArea: 214,970 sq. km. (82,980 sq. mi.); about the size of Idaho.Cities: Capital--Georgetown (pop. 248,500). Other cities--Linden (27,200) and New Amsterdam (17,700). Terrain: Coastal plain, inland highlands, rain forest, savanna.Climate: Tropical.PeopleNationality: Noun and adjective--Guyanese (sing. and pl.).Population: 735,000.Ethnic groups: East Indian origin 51%, African origin 30%, mixed 14%, Indian 4%.Religions: Christian 50%, Hindu 33%, Muslim 9%, other 8%.Languages: English, Guyanese Creole, Indian dialects.Education: Years compulsory--ages 5-14. Attendance--70%. Literacy--98% of adults who have attended school.Health: Infant mortality rate--50/1,000. Life expectancy--men 61, women 68.Work force (245,000): Industry and commerce--45%. Agriculture--33%. Services--22%. GovernmentType: Republic wit ... [Read More]
Introduction
The United States was deeply saddened by the death of U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Sergio Vieira de Mello in August 2003. Mr. Vieira de Mello assumed this position on July 22, 2002, and during his tenure, he undertook important reforms of the Office of the High Commissioner. He was well respected in the international community for his extensive work within the United Nations and for his humanitarian fieldwork. Secretary Powell noted on August 19, 2003, “Sergio Vieira de Mello was a consummate professional who devoted his life to helping others, particularly in his decades of distinguished service to the U.N. ... In my book, Mr. Vieira de Mello was a hero, who dedicated his life to helping people in danger and in difficulty. His loss is a terrible blow to the international community.” ... [Read More]
Local Holidays (International) - Complete List
Local Holidays (International)APIANew Year's Day Monday, 3 JanGood Friday Friday, 25 MarEaster Monday, 28 MarAnzac Day Monday, 25 AprMother's of Samoa Day Monday, 9 MaySamoan Independence Day Wednesday, 1 JunSamoan ... [Read More]
The Caribbean
Total Arrests4,6154,0291,6761,4813,1663,3992,9685,6354,748 [Read More]
U.S. Department of State - Local Holidays (International)
Guinea1111111111111111New Year's Day11111111111111111111Good Friday11111111111111111111Easter Saturday11111111111111111111Easter Sunday11111111111111111111Easter Monday11111111111111111111Queen's Birthday11111111111111111111Remembrance Day11111111111111111111PNG Indpendence Day11111111111111111111Christmas Day11111 [Read More]
|