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Christopher Cloumbus discovered Puerto Rico on his second voyage. When he arrived he met the Taínos, the native inhabitants of the island.
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Juan Ponce de León established the first Spanish settlement on the island, Caparra. He later became the first governor
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Its main purpose was to attract europeans to the island. In doing so, weaken the independence movements and increase spanish loyalty.
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This was the first time the Puerto Rican flag was used. It became a national symbol.
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Puerto Rico was Granted some autonomy by Spain. They were able to elect officials an control some taxation. However, this autonomy was short lived.
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American troops led by General Nelson Miles landed in Guánica, Puerto Rico. They were immediately met by Spanish resistance.
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This treaty ended the Spanish American war and resulted in Spain giving up Cuba and giving the United States Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippeans.
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Also known as the Organic Act, this gave Puerto Ricans a limited popular government.
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Signed by Wilson, this law made Puerto Rico an official territory, created its bill of rights, established its three banches of government, gave Puerto Ricans statutory citizenship, established elections every four years, and made English an official language.
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This censorship law aimed to supress independence movements in Puerto Rico. It was prohibited to fly the Puerto Rican flag, sing Puerto Rican tunes, mention idependence, or hold political meeting. This was repealed nine years later after it was deemed unconstituional.
