Episode 9: Fernando de Leyba

The untold history by The Hispanic Council

Mar 31, 202108:32Society & Culture

Every year on the 4th of July, the United States celebrates its big day, with parades and fireworks all over the country. On July 4, 1776, delegates from the 13 British colonies met in Philadelphia to unilaterally adopt...

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