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Caribbean States

From Baseball to Table Tennis

Baseball

Did you know- Baseball remains popular in several Dominican cities, including Santo Domingo, La Vega, San Francisco de Macoris, and Santiago de los Caballeros. This Spanish-speaking country is home to many famous baseball players: Sammy Sosa, Pedro Martinez, Juan Marichal, Felipe Alou, and Pedro Borbón, among others. On the other hand, the Caribbean Island has won a host of international trophies and medals. Certainly, its greatest triumph came at the 1948 World Cup in Managua, the capital city of Nicaragua, where the national team placed first. By 1982 the nation made history when it beat Cuba, host country, and won the gold medal at the 1982 Central American and Caribbean Games in Havana. Despite that achievement, the Island did not win the World Cup in Seoul, South Korea. By 1969 the country hosted the Baseball World Championship. In the first half of the 20th century, America introduced baseball into the Dominican Republic.

Boxing

Did you know- In the Caribbean Boxing Tournament in Managua (Nicaragua) in the mid-1970s, the Dominican team finished second in the medal count, with 8 medals ( 1 gold, 5 silver, and 2 bronze), ahead of Nicaragua, Mexico, and Colombia.

Central American and Caribbean Games

Did you know- The Central American and Caribbean Games were held in the Island (Santiago de los Caballeros) in 1986. These Games also took place in the Dominican Republic (Santo Domingo) in 1974, with 4,500 athletes from 22 nations and dependencies.

Félix Sánchez

Did you know- American-born Dominican athlete Félix Sánchez is a renowned Olympic gold medalist. Sánchez won the gold medal in the men's 400m hurdles at the 2004 Summer Games in Greece; the first Olympic title in the history of Dominican sport. He was born on August 30, 1977, New York City, United States.

Host Country

Did you know- Santo Domingo, the country's capital, with a well-developed infrastructure, was home to the Pan American Games in 2003, which was dominated by the United States.

Mary Joe Fernández

Did you know- America's former tennis player Mary Joe Fernández was born in the Dominican Republic. She, whose original name is Maria José Fernández, is a two-time Olympic gold medalist (Barcelona'92 & Atlanta'96).

Pan American Games

Did you know- The Dominican Republic did not participate in the Pan American Games in 1963 (Sao Paulo, Brazil) and 1967 ( Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada).

Summer Olympics

Did you know- By 1968, a team of 19 athletes fly to Mexico City for the Island's second attendance of the Olympic Games. The Dominican Republic began its participation in the Olympics in 1964 in Tokyo (Japan).

Weightlifting

Did you know- In the Pan American Weightlifting Tournament in the United Mexican States in 1974, the team of the Dominican Republic won six bronze medals and took seventh place in unofficial team championships.

Alejandro Guevara Onofre: Freelance writer. Alejandro is author of a host of articles/essays about over 220 countries and dependencies (and American States as well), from ecology, history, tourism and national heroes to Olympic sports, foreign relations, and wildlife. In addition, he has published some books on women's rights, among them "History of the Women in America" and "Famous Americans."

The United States And The Caribbean $47.95 The United States and the Caribbean provides the first comprehensive assessment of post-Cold War US-Caribbean relations.

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The Caribbean with the West Indies and the Coasts of the United States and the Spanish Possessions $34.99 John Blair The Caribbean with the West Indies and the Coasts of the United States and the Spanish Possessions - Giclee Print

Charlotte Amalie, Capital of United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean $24.99 DeFreitas Michael Charlotte Amalie, Capital of United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean - Photographic Print

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Caribbean Migration to Western Europe and the United States $63.5 Caribbean Migration to Western Europe and the United States features a diverse group of scholars from across academic disciplines studying the transnational paths of Caribbean migration. How has the colonial path of the Caribbean influenced migration with regard to power relations, ethnic identities and transnational processes? Through a series of case studies, the contributors to this volume examine the experiences of Caribbean immigrants to Spain, France, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands as well as the United States. They show the demographic, socioeconomic, political and cultural impact migrants have, as well as their role in the development of transnational social fields. Caribbean Migration to Western Europe and the United States also examines how contrasting discourses of democracy and racism, xenophobia and globalization shape issues pertaining to citizenship and identity. Contributors: Elizabeth Aranda, Mary Chamberlain, Michel Giraud, Lisa Maya Knauer, John R. Logan, Monique Milia-Marie-Luce, Laura Oso Casas, Livio Sansone, Nina Glick Schiller,Charles (Wenquan) Zhang and the editors.

Caribbean Interests of the United States $30.18 No Synopsis Available

St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America $24.99 Michael DeFreitas St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America - Photographic Print

A Caribbean Twist $16.24 This haunting true story is based on the life of the author, who grew up in Jamaica in the West Indies, until she was 16 years old. She struggled most of her life to overcome the hurts of her childhood, a time in which she trusted friends, family and teachers, who ended up hurting her and greatly impacting her life. Maloney HunterLowe came to the United States to live with her parents and siblings. But she ended up confused and challenged because of the poor choices she made early in life. Regardless, she pursues her education, marries and travels. She is now at a point where she feels she is successful and has truly overcome her past hurts and abuse. She wrote A Caribbean Twist so her story can have some impact on young girls and maybe to show that you can turn the bad situations into good ones. Maloney HunterLowe lives in Virginia. She is an elementary school teacher and also teaches at a university. Publishers Website: http: //www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/ACaribbeanTwist.html Author: HunterLowe, Maloney Rhonda Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 72 Publication Date: 2010/07/09 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.17 inches

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Commonwealth Caribbean Civil Procedure $94.95 This new edition of a well-established book is a timely response to the enactment during the past 3 to 5 years of new rules of civil procedure which are now in force, or are soon coming into force in the vast majority of Caribbean jurisdictions. The third edition has been substantially revised and augmented to take into account the revision of the rules and covers the new rules in detail. The book also provides coverage of the recent case-law coming out of Jamaica and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), under the new rules of civil procedure. This book is essential reading for students of Commonwealth Caribbean law as well as anyone wishing to get to grips with the new rules of civil procedure.

OECS (Organization of East Caribbean States) $58.5 No Synopsis Available

The Democratic System in the Eastern Caribbean $126.95 What are the unique features of the governing structures and political systems of the small states and former British colonies of the East Caribbean? Are they truly democratic? Do the decision makers manipulate their peoples? And what can we learn about the political modernization of developing countries through an in-depth study of the governing of Antigua, Dominica, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Kitts/Nevis and Montserrat? This is the most comprehensive analysis to date of these little-known democracies, one that will interest students in comparative government and Latin American studies. This study provides a conceptual framework for comparing East Caribbean governments with other Western political systems, for assessing the democratic and authoritarian characteristics of seven small states, and for analyzing the impact of modernization on the political development of these developing nations. The study describes the political institutions in the East Caribbean, the role of political parties, the church, and class, and shows how the particular social and economic problems affect the governments and people in the region.

Cable Car, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America $24.99 Michael DeFreitas Cable Car, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America - Photographic Print

Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America $24.99 DeFreitas Michael Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America - Photographic Print

Countries Of The Caribbean Map 1922 $49.95 This beautiful map of the Caribbean includes Central America, the West Indies, and Mexico. Published in February 1922, this map appeared in an issue entirely devoted to Middle America. Rich color, and details such as inset maps, steamship routes, and wireless stations, make this piece a fine map for collectors. The 1922 Countries of the Caribbean map features Inset maps of Guantanamo Bay, Porto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and the Panama Canal Steamship routes with distances in nautical miles Head of navigation, wireless stations, U.S. Consular offices and agencies Cities, towns, and capitals including country capitals, state capitals, colonial capitals, and provincial capitals Highways and railroads, including railroads under construction Color variations demonstrate elevation of land and depth of ocean Boundaries of countries, states, and provincesCoverage Area Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, West Indies

Countries Of The Caribbean Map 1947 $49.95 Published in October 1947, this map of the Countries of the Caribbean features Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies as well the islands of the Caribbean. Inset maps of ten of the most prominent islands and the Panama Canal zone provide detail of the region. The article Guatemala Revisited accompanied the map.The 1947 Countries of the Caribbean map features Inset maps of the islands of Antigua, Bermuda Islands, Cuba, Exuma (Bahama Islands), Jamaica, Puerto Rico, St. Croix, St. Lucia, St. Thomas and St. John, and Trinidad Inset map of the Panama Canal Zone Country capitals, state capitals, cities, and towns Principal railways, roads, Pan-American highway, canals, and airports with scheduled transport service Ruins Elevations and depths in feetCoverage Area West Indies, Mexico, Central America, southern United States

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery $79.66 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery Grill is a Jamaican, West Indian and Caribbean cuisine fast food chain based in the Bronx, New York. The parent company is owned by immigrants from Jamaica, and the stores are franchised. There are 120 Golden Krust restaurants in almost a dozen states including Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, and Massachusetts. The company also distributes food products to retailers, and is the largest producer of Caribbean style baked products in the U.S. and considered the foremost Jamaican business in the U.S. It is also the only company that makes and distributes nine varieties of Jamaicanstyle patties. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 112 Publication Date: 2010/08/15 Language: English Dimensions: 6.00 x 9.02 x 0.27 inches

Notable Caribbeans and Caribbean Americans $123 This is the first major biographical dictionary devoted exclusively to celebrating Caribbeans and Caribbean Americans who have made significant contributions to their society and beyond. More than 160 profiles feature historical and contemporary figures from every Caribbean island, the United States, and even England and Canada, and from a diverse range of fields such as acting, sports, political activism, and more. Selection criteria included the notable demonstration of a Caribbean ethos or style, combined with a lasting and novel impact. Individual narrative entries discuss family background, education, challenges, and achievements. The breadth of coverage in Notable Caribbeans and Caribbean Americans will enlighten and inspire students and general readers alike. Many lesser known role models, such as labor activist and educator Antonia Pantoja and political philosopher Frantz Fanon, are presented along with engaging portraits of better known personalities like reggae superstar Bob Marley and baseball great Sammy Sosa. Bibliographical sources for further research complement each entry. A wide selection of photographs accompanies the text.

Strategy and Security in the Caribbean $164.27 This contribution to the debate on security in the Caribbean highlights the security problems of small states. The contributors analyze internal and external security issues, military, political, and economic influences, and security initiatives and policies from indigenous, regional, and extraregional perspectives. They also present empirical case studies of four Englishspeaking nations. The volume begins by introducing the dynamics influencing Caribbean security: leadership, history, geopolitics, and internal political violence. Part Two then presents four case studies: Barbados, Guyana, the Virgin Islands, and the BelizeGuatemala territorial dispute. Realist theory, conflict theory, political economy, and political psychology are among the theoretical frameworks represented in these essays. Focusing particularly on the Englishspeaking Caribbean, the authors examine the resources, institutions, economies, geopolitics, internal instability, militarization, and intervention shaping the security environment. This work is an important resource for scholars and policy analysts of military/security issues, the Caribbean/Latin America, and Third World development. Author: Griffith, Ivelaw L./ Griffith, Ivelaw L. Binding Type: Hardcover Number of Pages: 224 Publication Date: 1991/07/19 Language: English Dimensions: 9.62 x 6.42 x 0.81 inches

The Economic Future of the Caribbean $27.26 In 1943, Dr. Eric Williams a thirtyone year old professor of Political and Social Science at Howard University organized a conference on The Economic Future of the Caribbean. Speakers of the conference included advocates for the independence of Puerto Rico, leaders of the prodemocracy movements of the Caribbean, American scholars, diplomats and the top brass of the British and American sections of the newly formed AngloAmerican Caribbean Commission. The conference proceedings were published under the editorship of Williams and E. Franklin Frazier, Profesor of Sociology and Chairman of the Division of Social Sciences at Howard. Eric Williams went on to become Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago. In a new introduction to the current reprint, Tony Martin for the first time reveals Williams use of this conference as a major component in his strategy to attain his own political goals. Revealed here also, is Williams employment within the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), immediate forerunner of the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Author: Frazier, E. Franklin/ Williams, Eric/ Connell, Erica Williams Series Title: Caribbean Classics Series Number: 2 Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 101 Publication Date: 2004/04/20 Language: English Dimensions: 8.26 x 5.30 x 0.32 inches

The Caribbean $99.99 Eliot Elisofon The Caribbean - Premium Photographic Print

Mexico and the Caribbean ... by Anonymous [Paperback] $36.73 This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfectionssuch as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed worksworldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Mexico And The Caribbean ...; Clark University Addresses George Hubbard Blakeslee G. E. Stechert and company, 1920 Caribbean Area; Caribbean Sea; Central America; Dominican Republic; Dominican republic; Mexico; United States Author: Anonymous Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 380 Publication Date: 2011/09/02 Language: English Dimensions: 9.69 x 7.44 x 0.78 inches

Afro-Caribbean Immigrants and the Politics of Incorporation $25 How are recent minority immigrant groups faring in the political adjustment to the United States? Is racism still a serious obstacle to their political inclusion? This book details and explores the political experiences of Afro-Caribbean immigrants in New York City to answer these questions.

Teen Life in Latin America and the Caribbean $85 Teens in Latin America and the Caribbean generally face a difficult path to adulthood. Poverty and unemployment, violence, political instability, and emigration are frequently the norm in their native countries. Those from poorer families must often work as well as attend school, and opportunities for higher education and good jobs are limited. Wealthier teens, on the other hand, are sheltered from harshness and enjoy private schools, vacations abroad, and access to American consumer products. Yet family is important no matter what the class, and most of these teens share a love of parties, music, and current fashions. Latin America and the Caribbean are important regions to the United States, since large numbers of Americans can trace their roots there. Teen Life in Latin America and the Caribbean allows U.S. teens to understand the unique challenges and opportunities of teens in 15 Latin American or Caribbean countries. Photos complement the text.

The Political Economy of Gender in the Twentieth-Century Caribbean $130 Eudine Barriteau exposes the precarious position of women in 20th-century Caribbean societies through analyzing the operations of gender systems. The strategies used by developing states to focus on women are criticized as inadequate.

Cuba and the United States : Will the Cold War in the Caribbean End? $10.68 No Synopsis Available

The Quest for Security in the Caribbean: Problems and Promises in Subordinate States $39.93 No Synopsis Available