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Hispanic Heritage

Hispanic Heritage: Argentina

First explored in 1516 by Juan Diaz de Solis, Argentina began as a Spanish colony.
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Notable Hispanics

Notable Hispanics: Esteban Bellan

Born in Havana, Cuba, in 1850, Esteban Bellan would grow up to become the first Latin American to play professional baseball in the United States.
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Celebrations

Cuisine a great way to celebrate Hispanic heritage

Men, women and children of Hispanic descent have many reasons to celebrate. Many Hispanic countries trace their roots back to ancient times. Though not all traditions have withstood the test of time, some have, and that rich sense of culture and connection to Hispanics who lived several centuries ago should be a point of pride for today's Hispanics as well as something to behold for anyone who appreciates Hispanic heritage.
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Pimenton a part of Spanish cuisine for centuries

Spanish culture is steeped in tradition, and many of those traditions date back several centuries if not even longer. Like many cultures, Spanish culture would not be complete without its cuisine.
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Quinoa endures to become a popular food, point of pride

As more and more people embrace a diet that's high in protein, quinoa, a grain-like crop that traces its origins to the Andes, is growing in popularity. Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all of the nine amino acids that are needed to support basic bodily function in the human body.
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