The American occupation of the Dominican Republic ends after eight years.

Military Government of Santo Domingo

Occupation of the Dominican Republic by the United States from 1916–1924

The Military Government of Santo Domingo was a provisional military government established during the American occupation of the Dominican Republic that lasted from May 15, 1916 to September 18, 1924. The United States aimed to force the Dominicans to repay their large debts to…