History, culture and international connections come together as HCCL’s Global Conference & Tradeshow celebrates America 250 with “Untold Legacies: The Spanish Roots of American Independence” on Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 5-8 p.m. at the Historic New Orleans Collection.
This thought-provoking panel will explore Spain’s often-overlooked role in America’s fight for independence, featuring Carlos Fernández, lawyer and historian from Seville; Dr. Jorge Luis García, historian from Madrid; and Anselmo Rodríguez Manzo, president of Fundación Raíces Hispanas USA and HCCL treasurer.
Guests will also enjoy a networking reception and captivating performances by acclaimed guitarist Carlos Tenorio and flamenco dancer María José Delgado.
– Mayra E. Pineda, President and CEO, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana