History of Latin America

History of Latin America, history of the region from the pre-Columbian period and including colonization by the Spanish and Portuguese beginning in the 15th century, the 19th-century wars of independence, and developments to the end of the 20th century.
History of Latin America
Chapter 1: History of Latin America
1.1 Contemporary definitions
1.2 Subregions and countries
1.3 History
1.4 Iberian colonization
1.5 Slavery and forced labor in colonial Latin America
1.6 Independence (1804–1825)
1.7 Independent Empire of Brazil
1.8 Conservative–liberal conflicts in the 19th century
1.9 British influence in Latin America during the 19th century
1.10 French involvement in Latin America during the 19th century
1.11 American involvement in Latin America
1.12 Mexican–American War (1846–48)
1.13 From the "Big Stick" to the "Good Neighbor" policy
1.14 World wars (1914–1945)
1.15 Brazil's participation in World War II
1.16 Mexico and World War II
1.17 Involvement in World War II
1.18 Cold War (1945–1992)
1.19 US relations
1.20 Washington Consensus
1.21 Return of social movements
1.22 Turn to the left
1.23 Conservative wave and modern era
Chapter 2: Demographics
2.1 Language
2.2 Religion
2.3 Education
2.4 Crime and violence
2.5 Public health
2.6 HIVAIDS
Chapter 3: Economy
3.1 Development
3.2 Standard of living
3.3 Mining and petroleum
3.4 Manufacturing
Chapter 5: Infrastructure
5.1 Energy
Chapter 6: Inequality
6.1 Trade blocs
6.2 Tourism
6.3 Art
6.4 Film
6.5 Literature
6.6 Music and dance