The Banana Wars were a series of U.S. military interventions in Latin America during the early 20th century aimed at protecting American business interests and maintaining political stability.
United States invasion of Panama Explained
The United States invasion of Panama in 1989 aimed to remove Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega and restore democracy.
Battle of Porto Bello Explained
The Battle of Porto Bello was a significant naval engagement in 1739 during the War of Jenkins’ Ear, resulting in a British victory and the capture of a major Spanish port in present-day Panama.
Capture of Portobello Explained
The Capture of Portobello was a significant military event in 1739 during the War of Jenkins’ Ear, where British forces successfully seized the strategic port city of Portobello in present-day Panama from the Spanish.