Part One: How the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense Murdered an Island Paradise
Behind the Bastards
US Military Bases and Imperialism
This chapter explores the evolution of US imperialism through the lens of its vast network of military bases around the world, contrasting it with historical empires. It discusses the justification and controversies surrounding the establishment of foreign military bases post-World War II, using examples like Okinawa and the Chagos Islands. The hosts analyze the far-reaching influence and power projection capabilities of the United States achieved through the expansion of military bases after World War II.
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