The commonly held view that the interests of American business dominated U.S. foreign policy in the Caribbean during the early part of this century is challenge

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This unique reference shows how the United States has intervened militarily, politically, and economically in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean

Now thoroughly updated, this respected text provides a clear, concise, and affordable narrative and analytical history of American foreign policy from the revol