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Latex and Blood.

An essay is presented on the economic and scientific aspects of U.S. imperialism in Liberia. The author reflects on the role of partnerships in science and business that have helped establish, expand and gain U.S. influence on development in foreign countries. Emphasis is given to scientific reports...

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Publicado en:Radical History Review no. 107; pp. 45 - 74
Autores principales: Mitman, Gregg, Erickson, Paul
Formato: Essay
Publicado: Duke University Press Spring2010
Materias:
Essays
Firestone Tire & Rubber Co.
Rubber industry
Science & industry
International economic relations
Imperialism
International trade
Liberia
United States
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Sumario:An essay is presented on the economic and scientific aspects of U.S. imperialism in Liberia. The author reflects on the role of partnerships in science and business that have helped establish, expand and gain U.S. influence on development in foreign countries. Emphasis is given to scientific reports, photographs, and film related to the transformation of Liberia into a rubber supplier for the Firestone Tire and Rubber company.