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Central America

Central America ia a diverse region with a rich history despite its snall geographic area.

Profile of Panama

Panama is known best for the Panama Canal, which the United States built for both military and trade purposes at the start of the 20th century.

Profile of Honduras

Honduras, located in the north-central part of Central America, is one of the poorest and least industrialized countries in the Western Hemisphere.

Profile of El Salvador

El Salvador is a small Central American country that suffers from a weak economy.

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