Hispanic Heritage Month Starts

This article has some very interesting facts from the Census. Please read it all. - - Donna Poisl

September 15, 2010
Allison Brophy Champion, Culpeper Star-Exponent, Va.

Today through Oct. 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month, initiated in 1968 by President Lyndon B. Johnson. The month-long observance celebrates the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South American and the Caribbean.

Sept. 15 was chosen as the kickoff because it marks the independence date of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence Sept. 16 and 18, respectively.

Here are some more cultural facts from the census in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month:
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