Preferred Living Destinations in Panama
August 3, 2009 by ursula
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CITY LIFE
Panama City
Panama City is an affordable cosmopolitan location for those who prefer city life. With a skyline reminiscent of Miami, the high rise buildings tower above the ocean or rain forest. Panama is one of the least expensive places in the world to live in a First World City. High class restaurants, first class [...]
Republic of Panama Independence History
May 1, 2009 by admin
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In 1902 the Panamanians negotiated with the North Americans to build the Panama Canal. The people of Panama wanted to be free of domination by Colombia. Based on an 1846 treaty between the U.S. and Colombia, the U.S. armed forces were sent to maintain order along the Panama Railroad line. Because of the presence of [...]
Understanding the Origin of the Explorers: ‘Principles of Discovery and Conquest’
January 1, 2009 by admin
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To understand the connection of the Vatican’s ‘principles of discovery’ with the behavior of the explorers and conquistadors, we need to begin by examining a papal document issued forty years before Columbus’ historic voyage.
“In 1452, Pope Nicholas V issued the proclamation or ‘bull’ (called) Romanus Pontifex, declaring war against all non-Christians throughout the world, and [...]
