Rafael Trujillo's Life in the Dominican Republic

In 1916 Rafael Trujillo is about 24 years old and despite how his career as a spy for the sugar companies Had ended he left with some connections and a good recommendation The Marines have now invaded the Dominican Republic and their mission is to maintain domestic tranquility. One local historian would later note it was the landing of the American Marines which brought Trujillo his opportunity to rise from obscurity.