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  • NOV 7th, 2026 – FACEBOOK LIVE EVENT – PUERTO RICAN MILITARY GENEALOGY BASICS
    Facebook Live Event ?
     
    Do you have a family member who may have served with the legendary 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers? Are you trying to confirm their military service but don’t know where to begin?
    Over the years, I’ve received countless inquiries from families hoping to establish whether their loved ones served with the 65th Infantry Regiment. Some have military documents they don’t understand, while others have little more than family stories and photographs.
     
    That’s why, in honor of Veterans Day, we’re hosting a special Facebook Live event: .
     
    Tuesday, November 10, 2026
    7:00 PM Eastern Time (EST)
     
     
     
     
     
    I’ll be joined by SGT MAJ Eric Hunt-Benitez (Ret.), a military genealogist, who will share valuable guidance on:
     
    Where to begin researching a veteran’s military service
    How to locate records that may help confirm service with the 65th Infantry Regiment
    How to decipher military documents and photographs
    Using military history resources to trace a veteran’s service
    Understanding military medals and awards
     
    And while we’ll place special emphasis on researching Borinqueneer veterans, this presentation will be equally valuable to anyone interested in uncovering their Puerto Rican family’s military history.  Join us as we explore how to uncover, document, and preserve the military service of our loved ones. This Veterans Day, let’s honor their service by preserving their stories for future generations.
     
    Mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 10th at 7 PM and please share this announcement with anyone searching for answers about a family member’s military service!  If you can’t make it, the Live Event will be recorded and available on our YouTube Borinqueneers channel after the event.
  • OCT 14, 2026 - SCREENING OF "THE BORINQUENEERS" IN LOS ANGELES

     

    In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Warrior Heritage Foundation in association with the Military Veterans Affairs of the County of Los Angeles is offering a free screening of the award-winning documentary film “The Borinqueneers”, narrated by acclaimed actor Hector Elizondo.

     

    Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 from 10:30am-12:00pm
    Auditorium of Bob Hope Patriotic Hall
    1816 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA

     

    Go see this powerful film of Latino heroes who served our country!

  • September 24, 2026 - University of Connecticut Filmmaker Presentation & Screening

    In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of Connecticut will offer a screening of the documentary film “The Borinqueneers” on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at the Student Union Theatre, 2110 Hillsdale Road, Storrs Center, Connecticut 06269.  Filmmaker Noemi Figueroa Soulet will be in attendance to provide an introduction and Q&A session. This free private event is open to UConn students and staff and is sponsored by the Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center, UConn Library, UConn Veterans & Military Programs and the Asian American Cultural Centre. 

    https://events.uconn.edu/veterans-and-military-programs/event/2304406-live-screening-of-the-borinqueneers

    Educational licensing rights were provided by https://www.newday.com/films/the-borinqueneers.

  • Nominate THE BORINQUENEERS For the National Film Registry by Aug. 15th
    Nineteen years ago, I set out on a journey to tell the remarkable story of the Puerto Rican soldiers of the 65th Infantry Regiment—the Borinqueneers. I could never have imagined how many lives this film would touch, or how many people would embrace and help preserve their legacy.
     
    If you have seen THE BORINQUENEERS documentary (premiered in 2007) and believe it is a story that deserves to be remembered for generations to come, I would be deeply honored if you would consider nominating it for inclusion in the National Film Registry.
     
    Each year, the National Film Registry selects films that are considered culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant to our nation’s heritage. To be eligible, a film must be at least 10 years old, and THE BORINQUENEERS now qualifies for consideration.
     
    Public nominations are an important part of the selection process, and everyone is welcome to submit nominations. We requested our followers to nominate the film once before but didn’t make the cut as it is very competitive. But this time, we have more time to get the overwhelming votes needed. Spread the word and tell your friends! The deadline for 2026 consideration is , .
     
    If you would like to nominate THE BORINQUENEERS, you can do so here:
     
    Thank you to everyone who has supported this film over the years. More importantly, thank you for helping keep the story of the Borinqueneers alive. Their courage, sacrifice, and service deserve to be remembered.
     
    With gratitude,
    Noemí Figueroa Soulet
    Producer/Director
  • June 28, 2026 - Telemundo Interview Segment of "250: Un país de Inmigrantes"

    I’m pleased to share this video excerpt featuring an interview of me, Noemi Figueroa Soulet, and a profile of my documentary, – a film about the Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment. Click on image to see the Spanish interview:


    TELEMUNDO INTERVIEW SEGMENT with English subtitles

     
    The segment appeared in Telemundo’s special production “250: ” (250: A Country of Immigrants), which aired nationally on June 28, 2026, in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.
     
    I’m grateful for the opportunity to share the remarkable history and legacy of Puerto Rico’s 65th Infantry Regiment with Telemundo’s national audience. To view the full program in Spanish on YouTube:  250: Un país de inmigrantes
     
    For educational / institutional streaming licensing:  New Day Films

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