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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Panama

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Panama from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Country Study: Panama, a Complete History

For Students 9th - 10th
A very good country profile and history of Panama in outline form. Very specific, but still easy to access information you want.
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Panama: The 1964 Riots

For Students 9th - 10th
This article overviews problems, public demonstrations, and violent riots that resulted due to the "overwhelming presence of United States citizens and institutions" in Panama. Here, read how an American flag caused the outbreak of...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Panamanian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Panamanian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Panama

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Panama. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Panama

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia article from Wikipedia gives a brief overview of the country of Panama, with links to further information. Content covered in the article includes information on Panama's history, politics, geography, economy, and...
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Other

The Invasion of Panama

For Students 9th - 10th
This Noam Chomsky article identifies suspected CIA and U.S. military links to the Panamanian military coup and rise of power of drug lord Manuel Noriega.