Agustín Ramos Calero—WWII’s most decorated Puerto Rican vet—earned the nickname “One Man Army” during his 21 years of service.

Years before Brown v. Board of Ed, the Mendezes fought their own battle against legalized school segregation.

While many know the name Cesar Chavez today, his most trusted lieutenant was just as vital to the Mexican farmworkers movement.

Representation matters, and Romauldo Pacheco proved that as the first Hispanic Congressman in American history.