This document discusses the history of three cities in the Dominican Republic - Santiago, La Vega, and Puerto Plata. It provides key details about each city, including when they were founded, important events, notable residents, and historic places. The objectives are to talk about the local history, important historic events, places, and people of each city. Details provided include Santiago being founded in 1495, La Vega growing around a fort built by Columbus, and Puerto Plata being designed by Columbus and becoming an important port.