A History of the US-Backed Coup d'Etat

The US has attempted to overthrow various world governments at least 57 times since the end of World War II. Experts like William Blum estimate there have been no fewer than 35 successful coup d'etats. Were these victories for democracy and blows against the boogeyman of communism? Or is the ideological overtant window dressing of freedom and liberty just that, a disguise draped over the real motivation?"