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Episode 148: The 1954 Guatemalan Coup d'état

History For Weirdos

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Banana Wars: The United Fruit Company's Legacy in Guatemala

This chapter examines the formidable influence of the United Fruit Company in Guatemala from its inception in 1899, revealing its monopolistic control over the banana trade and its aggressive tactics against competitors. It explores the intersection of U.S. interests and local governance, highlighting the repercussions of corporate intervention on national stability, labor rights, and indigenous welfare. The discussion culminates in the analysis of land reforms in the 1950s aimed at supporting the peasantry, which faced significant opposition from the elite and foreign corporate interests.

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