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In the America's with David Yetman
Puerto Rico: The Colony and its Emergence
Season 11
Episode 1106
Though Puerto Rico is part of the United States, its colonial history, its distinct culture, and its tropical Caribbean setting make it decidedly different from the upper states.
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