The American Invasion of Russia in 1918

President Woodrow Wilson dispatched 5000 American troops to northern Russia and 8000 troops to Siberia without seeking approval from the US Congress. The Allies wanted to overthrow the new communist government in Russia to restore a monarchy that would renew war with Germany. Moreover, they wanted to crush the idea that workers can oust monarchs and take control of governments.

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The 1932 Bonus Army: When Patton Rolled Tanks Over Veterans in Washington, D.C.

The 1932 Bonus Army

How did the army troops feel about doing this? One claimed, “We hate this more than they do, but they brought it on themselves.”

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When Patton Rolled Tanks Over Veterans in Washington, D.C.

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The veterans were desperate. Gen. MacArthur ordered U.S. troops to attack them.

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