GY 105 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Caribbean Basin Initiative, Monroe Doctrine, San Pedro De Macorís
3 Oct 2017
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Massive population decline following arrival of european powers. African slaves imported as new labor source. Communities of runaway slaves most visible in suriname. Creolization and caribbean identity unique cultural systems found in caribbean. Creolization is blending of african, european, and amerindian elements into. Role of creole languages has changed since 1960s. Music mix of african rhythms and european influence. Music and dance are key components of globalization. Colonial history reflects competing european powers fighting over territories. Initial u. s. objectives were to remove european influence and encourage democracy. Business interest often place ahead of democratic principles. 1898, puerto rico comes under u. s. control. Island relies on u. s. investment and welfare programs. 2009 un special committee on decolonization resolution. Strongest challenger to u. s. authority in region. Promoted growth through tourism since end of cold war. 1804, haiti becomes second independent state in hemisphere. Many countries struggle to meet basic needs. 1972, caribbean community and common market (caricom) was created.
