Saturday, 4 March 2017

In Competitive Sports, Puerto Ricans Gain A Sense Of Independence

At the Germán Rieckehoff Olympic Village in Salinas, Puerto Rico young athletes train in this swimming pool.

This week, Puerto Ricans marked 100 years of U.S. citizenship. The island's political status remains unique, along with its strong sense of cultural identity — most clearly seen in its sports.

(Image credit: Greg Allen/NPR)



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