The Hispanic roots of America go back hundreds of years. A large part of what is now US territory was once ruled by the Spanish Empire. Today, there are millions of Hispanic people who call the United States home. But where did it all start, and what were the major events of Hispanic history in the US?
In this gallery, we go all the way back to the 16th century and bring you the key moments, some painful and some hopeful. Click through the gallery to get started.