Throughout most of the 19th century until the conclusion of the Spanish–American War, Puerto Rico and Cuba were the last two Spanish colonies in the New World; they served as Spain's final outposts in a …

Jan 10, 2026 · The first inhabitants of Puerto Rico were hunter-gatherers who reached the island more than 1,000 years before the arrival of the Spanish. Arawak Indians, who developed the Taino culture, …

In this article, I will cover everything you need to know about the history of Puerto Rico. You will learn the facts as they happened and the history as it unfolded:

Sep 28, 2017 · Learn about Puerto Rico's complex history, starting with its Spanish rule to becoming a U.S. territory. See how its eventual commonwealth status, the 2006 recession, and 2017's Hurricane...

May 25, 2025 · Puerto Rico’s story spans over five centuries of cultural evolution, colonization, resistance, and transformation. This timeline highlights the major historical milestones that have …

Today, the archipelago continues to grapple with colonial processes that shape its political status and contribute to economic crisis. This timeline highlights some of the important events in Puerto Rico …

Aug 13, 2025 · Once populated by peaceful Indigenous tribes descended from South America’s Arawaks, the island now called Puerto Rico was first stumbled upon by Christopher Columbus’s men …