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[[ | [[File:Americans with Cuban Ancestry by state.svg|thumb]] [[File:Jose marti in ybor.JPG|thumb]] [[File:Census Bureau 2023, Cubans in the United States.png|thumb]] [[File: population, maps, real estate, averages, homes, statistics, relocation, travel, jobs, hospitals, schools, crime, moving, houses, news, sex offenders|thumb]] {{Infobox ethnic group | ||
| group = Cuban Americans | |||
| population = Approximately 2.3 million | |||
| regions = [[Florida]], [[New Jersey]], [[California]], [[New York]] | |||
| languages = [[American English]], [[Cuban Spanish]] | |||
| religions = [[Roman Catholicism]], [[Protestantism]], [[Santería]], [[Judaism]] | |||
| related = [[Cuban people]], [[Hispanic and Latino Americans]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Cuban Americans''' are [[United States|United States]] citizens who trace their ancestry to [[Cuba]]. They are a significant subgroup of [[Hispanic and Latino Americans]] and have a rich cultural heritage that blends elements from both Cuban and American traditions. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The history of Cuban Americans | The history of Cuban Americans is marked by several waves of immigration, each influenced by different political and economic factors. The first significant wave occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as Cubans fled the [[Cuban War of Independence]] and the subsequent [[Spanish-American War]]. | ||
The most notable wave began after the [[Cuban Revolution]] of 1959, when [[Fidel Castro]] came to power. Many Cubans, particularly from the middle and upper classes, fled to the United States to escape the new communist regime. This wave continued through the 1960s and 1970s, with the [[Freedom Flights]] and the [[Mariel boatlift]] in 1980, which brought over 125,000 Cubans to the U.S. | |||
==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
As of the latest | As of the latest census, there are approximately 2.3 million Cuban Americans in the United States. The majority reside in [[Florida]], particularly in the [[Miami metropolitan area]], which is often referred to as "Little Havana." Other significant populations can be found in [[New Jersey]], [[California]], and [[New York]]. | ||
==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
Cuban American culture is a blend of | Cuban American culture is a vibrant blend of Cuban and American influences. It is characterized by its music, cuisine, and religious practices. | ||
===Music=== | |||
Cuban music has had a profound impact on American music, with genres such as [[salsa]], [[mambo]], and [[rumba]] gaining popularity. Cuban American musicians like [[Gloria Estefan]] and [[Celia Cruz]] have been influential in bringing Cuban music to a wider audience. | |||
===Cuisine=== | |||
Cuban American cuisine is known for its flavorful dishes, such as [[ropa vieja]], [[picadillo]], and [[Cuban sandwich]]. These dishes often feature ingredients like pork, rice, beans, and plantains. | |||
== | ===Religion=== | ||
Cuban Americans | Religion plays an important role in the lives of many Cuban Americans. While the majority are [[Roman Catholic]], there is also a significant presence of [[Protestant]] denominations and [[Santería]], a syncretic religion that blends African traditions with Catholicism. | ||
== | ==Political Influence== | ||
Cuban Americans have | Cuban Americans have been politically active, particularly in Florida, where they have a significant influence on local and national elections. They are known for their strong anti-communist stance and have traditionally supported the [[Republican Party]], although this trend has been shifting in recent years. | ||
==Notable Cuban Americans== | ==Notable Cuban Americans== | ||
* [[Marco Rubio]] - U.S. Senator from Florida | |||
* [[Gloria Estefan]] - Singer and songwriter | * [[Gloria Estefan]] - Singer and songwriter | ||
* [[Desi Arnaz]] - Actor and musician | * [[Desi Arnaz]] - Actor and musician | ||
* [[ | * [[Ileana Ros-Lehtinen]] - Former U.S. Representative | ||
== | ==Also see== | ||
* [[Hispanic and Latino Americans]] | * [[Hispanic and Latino Americans]] | ||
* [[Cuban exile]] | |||
* [[Cuban culture]] | * [[Cuban culture]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Immigration to the United States]] | ||
{{Hispanic and Latino Americans}} | |||
[[Category:Cuban American | {{Cuban American history}} | ||
[[Category:Hispanic and Latino American | |||
[[Category:Cuban American]] | |||
[[Category:Hispanic and Latino American]] | |||
[[Category:Ethnic groups in the United States]] | [[Category:Ethnic groups in the United States]] | ||
Revision as of 15:24, 9 December 2024
Cuban Americans are United States citizens who trace their ancestry to Cuba. They are a significant subgroup of Hispanic and Latino Americans and have a rich cultural heritage that blends elements from both Cuban and American traditions.
History
The history of Cuban Americans is marked by several waves of immigration, each influenced by different political and economic factors. The first significant wave occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as Cubans fled the Cuban War of Independence and the subsequent Spanish-American War.
The most notable wave began after the Cuban Revolution of 1959, when Fidel Castro came to power. Many Cubans, particularly from the middle and upper classes, fled to the United States to escape the new communist regime. This wave continued through the 1960s and 1970s, with the Freedom Flights and the Mariel boatlift in 1980, which brought over 125,000 Cubans to the U.S.
Demographics
As of the latest census, there are approximately 2.3 million Cuban Americans in the United States. The majority reside in Florida, particularly in the Miami metropolitan area, which is often referred to as "Little Havana." Other significant populations can be found in New Jersey, California, and New York.
Culture
Cuban American culture is a vibrant blend of Cuban and American influences. It is characterized by its music, cuisine, and religious practices.
Music
Cuban music has had a profound impact on American music, with genres such as salsa, mambo, and rumba gaining popularity. Cuban American musicians like Gloria Estefan and Celia Cruz have been influential in bringing Cuban music to a wider audience.
Cuisine
Cuban American cuisine is known for its flavorful dishes, such as ropa vieja, picadillo, and Cuban sandwich. These dishes often feature ingredients like pork, rice, beans, and plantains.
Religion
Religion plays an important role in the lives of many Cuban Americans. While the majority are Roman Catholic, there is also a significant presence of Protestant denominations and Santería, a syncretic religion that blends African traditions with Catholicism.
Political Influence
Cuban Americans have been politically active, particularly in Florida, where they have a significant influence on local and national elections. They are known for their strong anti-communist stance and have traditionally supported the Republican Party, although this trend has been shifting in recent years.
Notable Cuban Americans
- Marco Rubio - U.S. Senator from Florida
- Gloria Estefan - Singer and songwriter
- Desi Arnaz - Actor and musician
- Ileana Ros-Lehtinen - Former U.S. Representative
Also see
| Hispanic and Latino Americans |
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