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FORT BUCHANAN, Puerto Rico - The National Hispanic American Heritage Month is celebrated annually from Sept. 15, 2015, to Oct. 15, 2015, by recognizing the history, culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States. This year's the national theme is “Hispanic Americans: Energizing our Nation’s Diversity.”
The 1st Mission Support Command, U.S. Army Reserve-Puerto Rico and the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Buchanan recognized Hispanic Heritage Month today, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, at the 1st MSC Headquarters. This year, the Guest Speaker was Major General Felix A. Santoni, Retired.
Major General Felix A. Santoni thanked the command for allowing him to be the guest speaker on what he describes to be a celebration that is very important.
“Hispanic Americans have a long history of service that complements Army values. As far back as the Revolutionary War, brave Hispanic men and women first began their contributions to every major conflict in our Army’s history,” said Santoni.
“Indeed, Hispanic Americans have been, and continue to be, a critical part of the diverse social fabric that allows our Army to recruit and enlist the best of America’s sons and daughters,” added Santoni.
The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on Sept. 15 and ending on Oct. 15. It was enacted into law on Aug. 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.
The day of Sept. 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is Oct. 12, falls within this 30-day period.
| Date Taken: | 09.17.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 09.17.2015 17:17 |
| Story ID: | 176439 |
| Location: | FORT BUCHANAN, PR |
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