Spanish American

A Spanish American is a citizen or resident of the United States whose ancestors originate from the southwestern European nation of Spain. Spanish Americans are the earliest European American group, with a continuous presence since 1565.

Read more about Spanish American:  Immigration Waves, Assimilation in The United States, Spanish Place Names, Notables

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