The Islenos of Louisiana: On the Water's Edge

The Islenos of Louisiana: On the Water's Edge
ISBN-10
1540204995
ISBN-13
9781540204998
Category
History
Pages
146
Language
English
Published
2011-02
Publisher
History Press Library Editions
Author
Samantha Perez

Description

Louisiana is perhaps best known for its distinctive French heritage, a legacy visible in the street names and architecture around the state. But in the late 1700s, Louisiana fell under Spanish control. Coaxed by promises of new opportunity, thousands of Canary Islanders of Spanish descent relocated to Louisiana, where they established four settlements. Generations of Islenos have overcome the challenges of an evolving American society, as well as the devastation of storms that have ripped through their land. Through it all, the Islenos have preserved their unique heritage, traditions and culture for more than two centuries. This is their history."

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