United States Intervention in Panama: The Battle Continues
Abstract
In December 1989, Operation Just Cause successfully dethroned General Manuel Noriega, the declared Maximum Leader of the Republic of Panama. Despite initial jubilation, one year later, it is unclear whether the operation was the turning point toward a strong stable government or merely continuation of the status quo. In the long term, continual direct intervention in Panama is counterproductive to achieving U. S. interests. This paper makes a sound argument to: implement a sustained military strategy of nationbuilding and economic aid to build a foundation for democracy; reduce the U.S. presence in Panama in accordance with the Panama Canal Treaties; and support the Pentagon's proposed post-cold war concept of reducing the number of unified commands.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 11, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA236727
Entities
People
- Justus Benjamin Jr
Organizations
- Naval War College