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In History / College | 2025-07-07

Who were the anticommunist counterrevolutionaries in Nicaragua that the Reagan administration backed?

A. the Grenadians
B. the Sandinistas
C. the mujahadeen
D. the Contras

Asked by ivettep1989

Answer (2)

The Reagan administration supported the Contras as anticommunist counterrevolutionaries in Nicaragua, opposing the socialist Sandinista government. This support was part of a broader effort to counter communism during the Cold War. The actions of the Contras and their backing by the U.S. sparked significant debate and controversy. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

The Reagan administration backed the Contras as anticommunist counterrevolutionaries in Nicaragua, opposing the socialist Sandinista government. This support was part of a broader U.S. strategy to combat communism during the Cold War. The actions of the Contras led to significant violence and controversy regarding U.S. involvement in Nicaragua.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-08-18

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