Oligarchy, Empire, Revolution w/ Hilary Goodfriend & Jorge Cuéllar
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Panama's Pivotal Role in U.S. Imperialism
This chapter explores Panama's historical and geopolitical significance, particularly the U.S. influence in its separation from Colombia and the control of the Panama Canal. It examines the canal as a symbol of American imperialism, the creation of a segregated canal zone, and the subsequent socio-economic impacts on Panamanian society. Additionally, it connects Panama's significance to larger themes in Central America's history and the revolutionary movements in Nicaragua and El Salvador.
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