Chapter 25 - Kennedy To Carter (Cold War 1945-81)
Nixon's Covert Actions in Chile The True Motivations Unveiled
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Chile elected a Marxist–Leninist leader, Allende, in a calm and peaceful process. Though only 36% of the nation approved, it marked a huge change in the political landscape of Latin America.
✨ Highlight: Nixon, with his buddy Kissinger, went all "spy mode" and increased covert ops in Chile. Why? Let's dive in!
Fear of "Another Cuba":
- What's the fuss? Nixon was scared Chile would turn into another Cuba, i.e., a communist stronghold so close to the US.
- Real-world example: It's like when you see your little sibling copying your teen rebellious phase and you're like, "Oh no, not again!"
- CIA’s Two Cents: The US didn't have any major stakes in Chile, but having another communist neighbor would hurt their ego big time.
Following Tradition
- History Lesson: Both Kennedy and Johnson spent cash to mess with Allende's previous presidential campaigns.
- Nixon's Thought: "If they can do it, why can't I?"
- Real-world example: Remember when you took an extra cookie because your elder brother did the same last time? Classic "follow the leader".
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Chapter 25 - Kennedy To Carter (Cold War 1945-81)
Nixon's Covert Actions in Chile The True Motivations Unveiled
Table of content
Quick Context 🌍
Chile elected a Marxist–Leninist leader, Allende, in a calm and peaceful process. Though only 36% of the nation approved, it marked a huge change in the political landscape of Latin America.
✨ Highlight: Nixon, with his buddy Kissinger, went all "spy mode" and increased covert ops in Chile. Why? Let's dive in!
Fear of "Another Cuba":
- What's the fuss? Nixon was scared Chile would turn into another Cuba, i.e., a communist stronghold so close to the US.
- Real-world example: It's like when you see your little sibling copying your teen rebellious phase and you're like, "Oh no, not again!"
- CIA’s Two Cents: The US didn't have any major stakes in Chile, but having another communist neighbor would hurt their ego big time.
Following Tradition
- History Lesson: Both Kennedy and Johnson spent cash to mess with Allende's previous presidential campaigns.
- Nixon's Thought: "If they can do it, why can't I?"
- Real-world example: Remember when you took an extra cookie because your elder brother did the same last time? Classic "follow the leader".
Unlock the Full Content!
Dive deeper and gain exclusive access to premium files of History HL. Subscribe now and get closer to that 45 🌟
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