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Title: 1930s book by Smedley Butler
Post by: Mr. Bigglesworth on April 04, 2015, 07:30:00 PM
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Stumbled upon this title at Amazon. Quite surprising. I think people back then were still thinking in terms of colonialism and imperialism. I don't think most countries think that way now.
Title: Re: 1930s book by Smedley Butler
Post by: besilarius on April 04, 2015, 09:37:00 PM
IIRC, Butler came to believe his deployments were determined by the United Fruit Company which had great sway with politicians.
Title: Re: 1930s book by Smedley Butler
Post by: Mr. Bigglesworth on April 04, 2015, 11:31:31 PM
I picked it up for $3 after posting. Just finished it. He makes a good case for his position. Reading through i was constantly thinking that is what Russia is doing now. The canceled tanks that were put back online by presidential order are probably a prime example.

I wonder if the leadership's investments show their future plans?