Cornelius Packard Rhodes
Controversial doctor whose actions and racist letter fueled the nationalist movement in Puerto Rico.
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Sep 19, 2019 • 1h 5min
Puerto Rico
Pedro Albizu Campos, a key figure in Puerto Rican history and independence leader, shares insights into the island's fight for autonomy. Cornelius Packard Rhodes, a controversial doctor, sparked nationalist sentiments with his racist views. They discuss the tension between Puerto Rico and the U.S., and the socio-political struggles born from natural disasters and colonial legacies. The essence of 'La tierra de borinquen' comes alive as they explore the passionate yearning for independence and the darker side of U.S. influence on Puerto Rican identity.
