Eisenhower, Somoza, and the Cold War in Nicaragua: 1953-1961

by Michael D. Gambone

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During the Cold War era, the United States faced the prospect of expanding its power in Central America. But we miscalculated--grievously. After 1945, Central America teemed with leaders willing to alter the region's quasi-colonial status. Some, like Fidel Castro, sought out revolution to shatter the status quo. Others, like Anastasio Somoza Garcia, attempted to seek out new directions along more subtle paths. Nicaragua subsequently challenged American...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0275959430

ISBN13:9780275959432

Release Date:September 1997

Publisher:Praeger

Length:264 Pages

Weight:1.28 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.0" x 9.2"

Related Subjects

History Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences

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