Observance read Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15, 2021 Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
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Observance Read
Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15, 2021
Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
Observance read: Independence of Nations
Issue #1
Each year, the United States celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to
October 15 by coming together and honoring the cultures and contributions of Hispanic-American
citizens. This year’s theme is: “Esperanza: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Hope.”
Why September 15 to October 15?
September 15 is the anniversary of independence for several Latin
American countries. On this day, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala,
Honduras, and Nicaragua celebrate their Independence. These states
composed the Central American Federation, also known as the
Federation of the Centre of America. These regions declared
independence from Spain on September 15, 1821. In 1824, the United
States recognized the independence of the Federation of Central
Central American Federation
American States from Spain.
Mexico celebrates its Independence on September 16 and as part of this
year’s theme, Esperanza: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Hope,”
we would like to highlight the contributions of Don Miguel Hidalgo to
Mexico’s Independence. A Spanish priest and professor, Don Miguel
Hidalgo gave New Spain natives (modern day Mexico) hope of a better
future. On September 16, 1810, at the center of factional struggles within
the colonial government, Don Miguel Hidalgo called for a revolution and
Mexican independence during his famous speech Cry of Dolores. The
Don Miguel Hidalgo speech ignited a series of revolutionary actions by thousands of natives. The
natives managed to capture the city of Guanajuato and other major cities
west of Mexico City. His actions led to the Mexican War of Independence in 1821. Today, Don
Hidalgo is known as Mexico’s “Father of the Nation,” and he is one of the primary reasons why
Mexico celebrates its independence on September 16.
Chile celebrates its independence on September 18. In
1808, Napoleonic forces captured the King of Spain,
Ferdinand VII and on September 18, 1810, the first
Government of Junta Chile emerges. Eventually, the
newly formed government encountered challenges as
some members sought to separate from Spain and others
wanted to remain loyal to the Spanish Crown. Chile
officially issued a declaration of independence on
February 12, 1818. However, the country celebrates its
independence on September 18 as it marks the Government of Junta Chile, 1810
beginning of the independence process by the
establishment of the first governing body, the Government of Junta Chile.
Cook It Yourself: Mexican Rice Pudding (“Arroz Con Leche”) Recipe courtesy of Marcela Valladolid Level: Easy Total: 43 min Prep: 5 min Cook: 38 min Yield: 4 Servings Ingredients 7 cups water 1 cup long-grain white rice One 4-inch cinnamon stick One 12-ounce can evaporated milk One 14-ounce can condensed milk 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup golden raisins Ground cinnamon, for dusting Directions Put the water, rice, and cinnamon stick in a medium-size heavy saucepan set over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, uncovered, and cook until the rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Strain out the liquid, discard the cinnamon and reserve the rice. Return the rice to the saucepan. Stir in the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and whole milk. Continue cooking over medium-high heat until the mixture comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook, uncovered, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick, about 20 minutes. Add the raisins, and stir well. Transfer the pudding to a serving bowl. Dust the top of the pudding with ground cinnamon and serve.
In omaha: El Museo Latino
El Museo Latino is a museum featuring Latino and Hispanic art and history
that is located at 4701 South 25th Street in South Omaha, Nebraska.
Established in 1993, by Magdalena Garcia, it is the first Latino art and
history museum and cultural center in the Midwest. El Museo Latino is
only one of seventeen museums focused on Latino studies in the United
States. The museum provides education programs for all ages to include
lectures, art classes, workshops, guided visits, and dance classes.
Temporary Visitor Hours:
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, & Major Holidays*
Admission:
Members Free
General Admission $5.00
College Students with ID $4.00
Students K-12 $3.50
Senior Citizens $3.50
Children under 5 Free
Active Military with ID* Free
For more information, please visit El Museo Latino’s website at http://www.elmuseolatino.org/
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REFERENCES:
The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. “Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla.” Encyclopedia Britannica,
26 July 2021, www.britannica.com/biography/Miguel-Hidalgo-y-Costilla.
The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. “Struggle for Independence.” Chile, Encyclopedia
Britannica Inc., 14 Sept. 2021, www.britannica.com/place/Chile/Struggle-for-independence.
El Museo Latino, www.elmuseolatino.org/.
National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers. “‘Esperanza: A Celebration of
Hispanic Heritage and Hope.’” National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers,
nationalcouncilhepm.org/themes-%26-posters.
“Special Observances.” National Hispanic Heritage Month, Defense Equal Opportunity
Management Institute, www.defenseculture.mil/Human-Relations-Toolkit/Special-
Observances/#national-hispanic-heritage-month.
Valladolid, Marcella. Mexican Rice Pudding ("Arroz Con Leche"). Food Network,
www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/marcela-valladolid/mexican-rice-pudding-arroz-con-leche-
recipe-1921815.recipePrint.You can also read
