Banana Wars: When US Marines Fight For Big Fruit (Documentary)

Support us and get 40% off Nebula: Watch 16 Days in Berlin on Nebula: US involvement in Central America dated back to the first attempt to build the Panama Canal. And in accordance to the Monroe Doctrine was expanded in the 20th century too. US Marines took part in expeditions in Guatemala, Nicaragua and US naval power was a factor in many disputes like the Coto War between Costa Rica and Panama. With the rise of the United Fruit Company, the US domestic market also influenced decisions in the region. » SUPPORT THE CHANNEL Patreon: Become a member: » OUR PODCAST - interviews with World War 1 historians and background info for the show. » BUY OUR SOURCES IN OUR AMAZON STORES https://realtimehistory