Pioneros II: Puerto Ricans in New York City 1948-1998

Images of America: New York

by Virginia Sánchez Korrol, Pedro Juan Hern

Following World War II, Puerto Ricans moved to New York in record numbers and joined a community of compatriots who had emigrated decades before or were born in diaspora. In a series of vivid images, Pioneros II: Puerto Ricans in New York City 1948-1998 brings to life their stories and struggles, culture and values, entrepreneurship, and civic, political, and educational gains. The Puerto Rican community's long history and achievements opened pathways for the city's newer Latino immigrant communities.

128 pages, Paperback

First published April 28, 2010