Lincoln and His Times: A Pan-American View
During the time of Lincoln, the institution of slavery, territorial conflicts, war, and other national crises occurred in all of the Americas: North, Central, South and the Caribbean. This PowerPoint presentation consists of historical photographs, caricatures, maps, and other period images conveys the pan-American nature of these issues and the relations between the US and Latin America. Comparisons are made between Lincoln, Mexican President Juarez.
Reflecting the language needs of the audience, the presentation can be delivered in English, Spanish, or a bilingual format.
Antonio Delgado holds a PhD in Urban Planning and Public Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He has been a Smithsonian Institution Visiting Scholar and a guest speaker at various universities in Illinois, New Mexico, California, and Texas. His interests include US/Mexican relations, Mexican immigration, and the impact of public policy on minorities.
