The United Fruits Company was and is a major corporation that holds a massive amount of history and influence in regards to Central America. This company, paved the way for massive American control over the economics, political, and geopolitical landscape of many of these nations. In today's video, we will be looking into the early history of this company.

______________________
Support The Channel:

Second Channel ► https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCRnm8Cyp7FM6ahtVj

♥Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/Tipsyfishs

♥PayPal ► https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/TipsyF

Facebook ►: https://www.facebook.com/TipsyHistory

Have a topic you want to suggest? Say so in the comments below. Subscribe if you enjoyed the video as well, would be super appreciated


In 1871, U.S entrepreneur Henry Meiggs signed a contract with the government of Costa Rica to build a railroad connecting the capital city of San José to the port of Limón. Meiggs was assisted in the project by his nephew Minor C. Keith, who took over Meiggs's business in Costa Rica after his death in 1877. Keith began experimenting with the planting of bananas as a cheap source of food for his workers.

When the Costa Rican government defaulted on its payments in 1882, Keith had to borrow 1.2 million pounds to continue the engineering project. In exchange for this and for renegotiating Costa Rica's own debt, the administration of President Próspero Oreamuno agreed to give Keith 800,000 acres of land along the railroad, plus a 99-year lease on the train route. The railroad was completed in 1890, but the flow of passengers proved insufficient to offset the debt. On the other hand, the sale of bananas grown in his lands and transported first by train to Limón, then by ship to the United States, proved very lucrative. Keith eventually came to dominate the banana trade in Central America and along the Caribbean coast of Colombia.

In 1899, Keith lost $1.5 million when a New York City broker, went bankrupt. He traveled to Boston, to participate in the merger of his trading company, Tropical Trading and Transport Company, with the rival Boston Fruit Company. Boston Fruit had been established by Lorenzo Dow Baker, a sailor who, in 1870, had bought his first bananas in Jamaica, and with buisnessman Andrew Preston. The merger formed the United Fruit Company, based in Boston, with Preston as president and Keith as vice-president. Preston's lawyer Bradley Palmer, became a permanent member of the executive committee and for long periods of time acted as the director. Together, these men had a massive influence over the market. Preston brought his plantations from the West Indies, a fleet of steamships, and his market in the U.S. Northeast. Keith brought his plantations and railroads in Central America and his market in the U.S. South and Southeast. The company at Palmer's direction proceeded to buy, or buy a share in, 14 different competitors, assuring them 80% of the banana import business in the United States, then their main source of income. The company catapulted into financial success following this. Bradley Palmer overnight became a much-sought-after expert in business law, as well as a very wealthy man. He later became a consultant to presidents and an adviser to Congress.

Sources:

"The Second Century: U.S.--Latin American Relations Since 1889": Mark T. Gilderhusrt

" The Banana Wars: United States Intervention in the Caribbean, 1898–1934.": Lester Langly

"The Banana Wars: A History of United States Military Intervention in Latin America from the Spanish–American War to the Invasion of Panama": Ivan Musicant

"Posse" is a Western film directed by and starring Mario Van Peebles. Released in 1993, it follows a group of African-American soldiers who, after fighting in the Spanish-American War, seek revenge against a corrupt Colonel who betrayed their unit. The film explores themes of racism, justice, and identity against the backdrop of the Old West. It received mixed reviews but has gained a cult following for its unique take on the Western genre and its portrayal of black cowboys.
© 1993

⁣Consider donating/renting, subscribing and liking to help me make more even robust content like this in the future! Thanks!





⁣🎶With Commentary🎶 sketch to lineart process of a piece of character artwork. Was a fun 5 days to get this done. Enjoy!



Just explaining some of my thoughts during the process. ✍🏿💬 ...I'll one day record/post even longer, real-time recordings of art sessions for even more insight on how much I talk to myself when I draw...haha!

FREE [No Commentary] version here: ⁣https://abibitumitv.com/v/SAYdWv



----------------
clothing brand - https://justbeafrica.com
- https://www.instagram.com/justbeafrica
enterprise - https://tksage.com

⁣In part 3, after some unforseen cow drama, including an unfilmed farmer/customer/police standoff, we finally get to the celebration. Part 4 (coming soon) we get some much needed downtime!


These are completely candid, random videos I slapped together with no real plan/script. Just got caught up in the trip.


-------------------


clothing brand - https://justbeafrica.com
- https://www.instagram.com/justbeafrica
enterprise - https://tksage.com

"Capricorn One" is a 1977 science fiction thriller film directed by Peter Hyams. The movie revolves around a Mars landing mission that's supposed to be real, but due to technical difficulties, the astronauts are secretly kept on Earth while the mission is faked for the public through a studio set. When the astronauts realize the government's plan to kill them to maintain the deception, they must find a way to expose the truth and survive. It's a suspenseful story that explores themes of government conspiracy and the manipulation of truth in the media.
© 1978

Sanuces Ryu Jiu Jitsu is a martial art system founded by Grandmaster Dr. Moses Powell. It emphasizes self-defense techniques, incorporating elements from various martial arts such as Jiu-Jitsu, Karate, and Boxing. Sanuces Ryu focuses on practical, efficient movements and techniques suitable for real-life self-defense situations.
© 1993

This video details home framing and repairs. DIY tips and tricks.
Home framing refers to the skeletal structure of a house, typically constructed with wood or steel. It involves assembling the basic framework of walls, floors, and roofs, which provides support and shape to the overall structure of the building. The framing process follows the architectural and structural plans and usually precedes other construction tasks like electrical, plumbing, insulation, and interior finishing.
© 1986

https://conference.abibitumi.com

ASET CORPORATION
© 1991

⁣Transitioning into your 21-day water fast with Mama Kala and Celebrity Chef Ama Kambon