The nineteenth century context
Boundaries, war and the canal
Interventions, occupations and commerce
Cultural encounters
Challenging the United States
Depression and global conflict
Renewed intervention and revolution
Modernization and militarization
Evolving cultural connections
Latin American nationalism and independence
Morality and anti-communism
The Washington consensus and beyond
In a globalized world

The United States and Latin America in the Twentieth Century" presents a complex and dynamic view of the relationship between the U.S. and Latin America. Jeffrey Taffet and Dustin Walcher explore the continuities and conflicts in this relationship over time, through a combination of targeted, thematic chapters and translated primary documents. Giving equal weight to Latin American and United States voices, this text is an indispensable resource for students and scholars interested in the recent history of the United States and Latin America