1st Edition

Latin American Soldiers Armed Forces in the Region's History

By John R. Bawden Copyright 2020
    192 Pages
    by Routledge

    192 Pages
    by Routledge

    In this accessible volume, John R. Bawden introduces readers to the study of armed forces in Latin American history through vivid narratives about four very different countries: Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, and Chile.

    Latin America has faced many of the challenges common to postcolonial states such as civil war, poorly defined borders, and politically fractured societies. Studying its militaries offers a powerful lens through which to understand major events, eras, and problems. Bawden draws on stories about the men and women who served in conventional armed forces and guerrilla armies to examine the politics and social structure of each country, the state’s evolution, and relationships between soldiers and the global community.

    Designed as an introductory text for undergraduates, Latin American Soldiers identifies major concepts, factors, and trends that have shaped modern Latin America. It is an essential text for students of Latin American Studies or History and is particularly useful for students focusing on the military, revolutions, and political history.

    Preface

    Chapter 1 – Introduction

    Chapter 2 – Mexico

    Chapter 3 – Cuba

    Chapter 4 – Brazil

    Chapter 5 – Chile

    Chapter 6 – Latin American Soldiers in Global Perspective

    Conclusion

    Index

    Biography

    John R. Bawden is an associate professor of history at the University of Montevallo. He is the author of The Pinochet Generation: The Chilean Military in the Twentieth Century (2016).