To fully comprehend the problems of imbalanced development and political repression within present-day Haiti, we must consider the complete history of the island. ... The French continuously required inexpensive labour to fully exploit the valuable resources, like sugar and coffee, and meet the demands that these products had back home. ... American Invasion In 1915, American soldiers stepped into Haiti to calm the situation. ... The colonial mentality was present. ... The Americans withheld aid, and simply announced that Baby Doc had left the country. ...

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