American Citizenship Day is a holiday celebrated in Puerto Rico on March 2nd. It commemorates the signing of the Jones-Shafroth Act on March 2, 1917, which granted U.S. citizenship to all Puerto Ricans.

American Citizenship Day is a day to celebrate the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship. It is also a day to reflect on the history of Puerto Rico and its relationship with the United States.

History of American Citizenship Day in Puerto Rico

The United States invaded Puerto Rico during the Spanish-American War in 1898. After the war, Puerto Rico became a U.S. territory. In 1917, the U.S. Congress passed the Jones-Shafroth Act, which granted U.S. citizenship to all Puerto Ricans.

The Jones-Shafroth Act was a controversial law. Some Puerto Ricans welcomed the opportunity to become U.S. citizens. Others opposed the law, arguing that it was a form of colonialism.

American Citizenship Day Today

American Citizenship Day is a public holiday in Puerto Rico. Schools, government offices, and businesses are closed on this day.

There are many ways to celebrate American Citizenship Day in Puerto Rico. Some people attend parades and festivals. Others participate in naturalization ceremonies. Many people simply spend time with their families and friends.

American Citizenship Day is a time to celebrate the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship. It is also a day to reflect on the history of Puerto Rico and its relationship with the United States.

Here are some additional facts about American Citizenship Day in Puerto Rico:

• American Citizenship Day is also known as U.S. Citizenship Day and Puerto Rico Day.
• The first American Citizenship Day was celebrated in Puerto Rico in 1918.
• President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation in 1918 calling for the celebration of American Citizenship Day in Puerto Rico.
• American Citizenship Day is a day to celebrate the contributions of Puerto Ricans to the United States.
• Puerto Ricans have served in the U.S. military since World War I.
• Puerto Ricans have also served in the U.S. Congress and in other government positions.
• American Citizenship Day is a day to learn about the history of Puerto Rico and its relationship with the United States.
• It is also a day to celebrate the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship.