Cozumel Historian, Velio Vivas has recently announced that his third book is nearing publication. Focusing on the various monuments throughout the island, Professor Vivas hopes that his latest publication will draw public attention to the island’s public works and the importance of keeping them, and their commemorative plates maintained.
Professor Velio Vivas Valdes, the official “cronista,” or historian of the island, most notably, his publication entitled “Forjadores,” (Founders) which chronicles much of the early history of the island. Additionally, he has written a book, which is also available on-line regarding Hurricane Wilma and Cozumel. A Cozumel island resident since his birth here in 1943, Professor Vivas V. has published much of his writing and Cozumel’s history in his official webpage with additional posts can be found in Cozumel 4 You.
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