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The Americans in Santo Domingo

The Americans in Santo Domingo

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20th Century United States HistoryInternational Relations

ISBN10: 1025274830
ISBN13: 9781025274836
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Americans in Santo Domingo provides a rigorous and critical examination of the United States' involvement in the Dominican Republic during the early twentieth century. Authored by Melvin M. Knight, this scholarly work delves into the complex motivations and consequences of the U.S. military occupation from 1916 to 1924. Knight explores the intersections of economic interests, political maneuvering, and military force, offering a detailed account of how American intervention shaped the social and political landscape of the island nation.

The book scrutinizes the American empire through a lens of historical and economic analysis, focusing on the impact of foreign administration on local governance and sovereignty. It remains a significant study for understanding the era of Dollar Diplomacy and the strategic interests of the United States in the Caribbean. By analyzing fiscal policies, land reforms, and the presence of the U.S. Marines, Knight provides an essential perspective on the tensions between imperial ambitions and national self-determination. This work is an invaluable resource for students of Latin American history, international relations, and the history of American foreign policy.

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