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Episode 148: The 1954 Guatemalan Coup d'état

History For Weirdos

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Bananas and Political Intrigue: The Guatemalan Coup Unveiled

The hosts launch the new season by exploring the historical context of the 1954 Guatemalan coup d'état and the role of the United Fruit Company. They examine the influence of key figures like Samuel Zemurray and discuss how economic interests shaped U.S. interventions in Central America.

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