Trujillo's Affect on Economic Stability
In what ways and with what consequences did Trujillo’s rise to power and dictatorship affect the Dominican Republic’s economic, political and social stability from 1930 to 1961?
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Part A: Plan of Investigation In order to assess the effect of Trujillo’s rise to power and subsequent dictatorship on the Dominican Republic’s overall stability, this investigation focuses on the relationship between his economic, political and social policies and their effects on the country. It will evaluate the societal, fiscal and governmental situation prior to Trujillo’s regime and the impact of his reforms and rule on the land. In order to evaluate the effectiveness of his dictatorship, the policies used to influence the economy, as well as the ramifications his leadership had on the political and social stability of the country are explored. The two sources selected for evaluation, The Dominican People by Sagás, Ernesto, and The Dominican Republic by Moya Pons will be analyzed for their origins, purposes, limitations and values.
Part B: Summary of Evidence
Following the assassination of Ulises Heureaux, the Dominican Republic was left in a state of terrible economic ruin as his inability to properly regulate his people or the economy eventually led to the U.S’s intervention of 1905 in which all fiscal matters were now tended to by U.S agents. In addition to their personal interests invested in sugar production, the U.S saw it fit to position marines in the Dominican Republic so as to defend their investment against European oppression. While the troops were there, Rafael Molina Trujillo began his training with the Marines and quickly rose to the rank of commander of the army, a short step to assuming the presidency and total power. With the citizens pacified and the National Army under his control, Trujillo ran for president in 1930. Because he essentially commanded the country 's entire military force, Trujillo easily won and was inaugurated
Anon
Word Count: 2,803
Part A: Plan of Investigation In order to assess the effect of Trujillo’s rise to power and subsequent dictatorship on the Dominican Republic’s overall stability, this investigation focuses on the relationship between his economic, political and social policies and their effects on the country. It will evaluate the societal, fiscal and governmental situation prior to Trujillo’s regime and the impact of his reforms and rule on the land. In order to evaluate the effectiveness of his dictatorship, the policies used to influence the economy, as well as the ramifications his leadership had on the political and social stability of the country are explored. The two sources selected for evaluation, The Dominican People by Sagás, Ernesto, and The Dominican Republic by Moya Pons will be analyzed for their origins, purposes, limitations and values.
Part B: Summary of Evidence
Following the assassination of Ulises Heureaux, the Dominican Republic was left in a state of terrible economic ruin as his inability to properly regulate his people or the economy eventually led to the U.S’s intervention of 1905 in which all fiscal matters were now tended to by U.S agents. In addition to their personal interests invested in sugar production, the U.S saw it fit to position marines in the Dominican Republic so as to defend their investment against European oppression. While the troops were there, Rafael Molina Trujillo began his training with the Marines and quickly rose to the rank of commander of the army, a short step to assuming the presidency and total power. With the citizens pacified and the National Army under his control, Trujillo ran for president in 1930. Because he essentially commanded the country 's entire military force, Trujillo easily won and was inaugurated
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