A Brief History of U.S. Intervention in South America and the Caribbean

Author Name: Alan MacPherson

This book is an important addition for those seeking to understand the deep history of American interventions in the region and their impact. It provides an engaging account of all American military interventions in the region from 1800 to the present day. In it, McPherson discusses the economic, political, and cultural motivations that drove these interventions in Cuba, Panama, Guatemala, Mexico, and elsewhere. The book also covers prominent events such as the conquest of Florida and the Mexican War. It provides a comprehensive background for understanding the impact of European colonialism, Western expansion, world wars, and the Cold War on these interventions. Rich in detail, with useful maps and illustrations, it provides a comprehensive view of two centuries of complex relations between the United States and Latin America.