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Latin American Rebels and the United States, 1806-1822

Gordon S Brown author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc

Published:30th Apr '15

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When anti-colonial revolts broke out in Spain's American colonies in the early 1800's, the United States were divided as to what position to take. Proximity and America's own anti-colonial ethos favored sympathy with the rebel cause, yet U.S. strategic interests during the tumultuous Napoleonic Wars dictated a policy of neutrality.

When rebel provinces appealed to the U.S. seeking support, arms, or recognition and launched armed assaults on Spanish territory and shipping from U.S. soil, the situation became critical. American political and public opinion split sharply. Could the untested rebels lead their provinces toward responsible, republican governments? Could the U.S. compromise its traditional and vital neutrality? Meanwhile, rebel agents waged a behind-the-scenes struggle with Spanish diplomats and spies for U.S. political and military assets.

“This is a lively study of a unique juncture in American history that is not often addressed by modern historians”—The Foreign Service Journal
“[Brown] capably lays out key narratives in this international side of the Latin American revolutions. Brown accomplishes his task skillfully and provides an accessible read for undergraduates and interested scholars alike.”—H-Net Reviews
“This study investigates the U.S. response to independence movements in Mexico and South America during the early decades of the 19th century, revealing the pressures put on America's policy of neutrality as a result of the arrival in the U.S. of refugees and activists from the rebellious Spanish colonies. ...A detailed timeline is included.”—ProtoView

ISBN: 9780786498994

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 304g

212 pages