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Techa
A techa is a traditional Catholic prayer leader. Skilled techas rhythmically direct others through meaningful experiences of prayer. read more
Chenchule'
Chenchule' is the intricate system of reciprocity at the heart of Chamorro society. It is rooted in the core value of inafa’maolek. read more
Acculturation
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Spanish Arrival
This 1631 illustration from Johann Ludwig Gottfried's __Newe Welt and Americanischee Historen__ depicts Chamorros trading with Spanish ships. The introduction of the Spanish culture to the Chamorro people began with Spain’s first visitors to the Marianas
Johann Ludwig Gottfried/Guam Public Library
