Modern America

  • My father was born

    Randolfo Hidalgo the youngest of 7 was born in Retalhuleu, Guatemala,
  • My mother was born

    Carlota Castro born the 6th child in Retalhuleu, Guatemala
  • US Crisis

    US Crisis
    After the Vietnam war the US faced many issues including energy shortage, high inflation, and high unemployment. The unemployment rate went up even more when women were no longer needed when returning soldier were back.
  • Pregnancy and Descrimination Act Passes

    This act prohibits discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. It is an amendment to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
  • President Reagan Appoints Women to High Positions

    President Reagan Appoints Women to High Positions
    President Ronald Reagan nominates Sandra Day O'Connor to become the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.
  • Ronald Reagan became President

    Ronald Reagan became President
    Ronald Reagan became President of the United States.
  • My father came to the U.S.

    My father came to the U.S.
  • My mother came to the U.S

    My mother came to the U.S
    My mother came to Los Angeles from Guatemala to have a better life for her family and herself.
  • Bill Clinton becomes President

    Bill Clinton becomes President
    Bill Clinton became President of the U.S in January 20 , 1993. During he's period he will make big chances involving immigration .
  • Women Advance in Space Program

    Women Advance in Space Program
    In 1995 Lt. Col. Eileen Collins becomes the first American woman to pilot a space shuttle.
  • Emily Hidalgo was born

    First child of Carlota and the 5th from Randolfo, I was born in Alta Bates Hospital around 1:10 AM.
  • My father leaving to Guatemala

    My father being deported when I was only a year and 3 months made a big impact in my life because it lead to me only being raised by my mom and having to face struggles alone,
  • Trip to Guatemala

    Trip to Guatemala
    This was my second time traveleling to Guatemala it was a big event because it made me get closer to my family and actually appreciate what I'm able to have at home.