What are some facts about hispanic culture

Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month because it is the anniversary of independence of five 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.

There are 1.1 million Hispanic veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Spaniards are believed to be the longest continuously established population in Europe

From 1980 to 1995 the Hispanic population of Georgia grew 130%