Historical Events tagged with "intervention"
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French Air Force Launches Opération Harmattan
After the Libyan government forces failed to capture Benghazi, the French Air Force initiated Opération Harmattan. This military operation marked the beginning of a larger foreign intervention aimed at protecting civilians amidst the escalating conflict in Libya. The French intervention came as a response to the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973, which authorized the use of force to prevent attacks on Libyan citizens. The operation signaled a key moment in the Libyan Civil War, as international powers began to directly engage in the conflict.
Continue ReadingNATO Launches Operation Deliberate Force
Operation Deliberate Force was initiated by NATO on August 30, 1995, targeting Bosnian Serb military positions in response to their actions against civilians. The operation included airstrikes aimed at degrading the military capabilities of the Bosnian Serb Army, following a series of brutal offensives and the infamous Srebrenica massacre. Conducted predominantly over Bosnia and Herzegovina, the operation marked a significant escalation of NATO involvement in the Bosnian War and necessitated a coordinated effort from multiple allied forces.
Continue ReadingHelicopter Downing in Tkvarcheli
A military helicopter carrying evacuees from Tkvarcheli was shot down during the War in Abkhazia, resulting in the deaths of at least 52 individuals, including 25 children. This incident significantly escalated Russian military intervention in support of the Abkhaz forces, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and the complexities of the conflict.
Continue ReadingIntervention of Germany and Italy in Spain
Germany and Italy officially announced their support for Francisco Franco and the Nationalist faction during the Spanish Civil War. This decision marked a significant escalation in the conflict as both nations pledged military assistance, which included air support and troops. The intervention aimed to combat the Republican government and establish Franco's regime, thus altering the dynamics of the war and drawing multiple foreign powers into the Spanish conflict.
Continue ReadingUS Marines Conduct Landing in Honduras
In September 1919, U.S. Marines landed in Honduras during a period marked by political instability in the region. The United States sought to stabilize the country as it grappled with internal strife and external influences. The Marines secured strategic locations to protect American interests and prevent further escalation of conflict. This military action was part of a larger pattern of U.S. interventions in Central America throughout the early 20th century.
Continue ReadingUnited States Occupies Haiti for 19 Years
The United States initiated an occupation of Haiti in 1915 following a period of political instability and violence in the Caribbean nation. This intervention was largely motivated by concerns over American investments in the region and the desire to restore order after the assassination of Haitian President Vilbrun Guillaume Sam. U.S. Marines landed in Port-au-Prince, marking the beginning of a military presence that would last nearly two decades, fundamentally affecting Haitian political life and governance.
Continue ReadingU.S. Warships Ordered to Nicaragua After Executions
Following the execution of 500 revolutionaries by José Santos Zelaya, the United States dispatched two warships to Nicaragua. This move came in response to the anti-U.S. sentiment and instability in the region, particularly because among the executed were two Americans. This incident marked a significant moment in the U.S.'s interventionist policies in Central America, illustrating the tensions surrounding U.S. interests and local governance strategies.
Continue ReadingTheodore Roosevelt's Monroe Doctrine Corollary
Theodore Roosevelt articulated a significant extension of the Monroe Doctrine, asserting the United States' right to intervene in Latin America if governments were deemed unstable. This policy aimed to stabilize the region and prevent European intervention, reflecting America's growing role in Western Hemisphere affairs.
Continue ReadingU.S. Congress Passes Platt Amendment for Cuba
The Platt Amendment was passed by the U.S. Congress, establishing conditions for the withdrawal of American troops from Cuba following the Spanish-American War. The amendment significantly limited Cuba's sovereignty by allowing the United States to intervene in Cuban affairs and ensuring a U.S. naval base at Guantanamo Bay. The amendment was a response to concerns about Cuba's political stability and foreign influence after the war. It formalized the United States' role as a tutor of Cuban governance and set a precedent for future relations between the two nations.
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