Abstract

GELER, Lea. Hijos de la patria: tensiones y pasiones de la inclusión en la nación Argentina entre los afroporteños a fines del siglo XIX. Mem. am. [online]. 2012, n.20-2, pp.00-00. ISSN 1851-3751.

This paper addresses some of the instances by which late nineteenth century afroporteños were integrated into the so-called homogeneous, modern and white Argentine Nation, as well as the struggles and tensions these processes generated. From a historical-anthropological approach, a counterpoint between two relevant processes is presented: their participation in the militia and in the electoral struggles. In both situations, we discover how afroporteños positioned themselves as agents of fundamental historical importance. We also note how they expressed- although with tension and passion- loyalty to the homeland, political commitment and the possibility of social upgrading, facing the opportunity of a particular recognition within the state -something many asked for. In order to achieve this objective, late nineteenth century afroporteño newspapers, together with contemporary sources will be analyzed.

Keywords : Afroporteños; Nation-building; Homogeneity; 19th century.

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