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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. National Security Files
JFKNSF-066-010
This file contains Department of State memoranda and reports regarding the election of Juan E. Bosch as President of the Dominican Republic, the subsequent military coup ousting Bosch as President, and policy towards the Dominican Republic. Also included is a report by U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic John Bartlow Martin discussing President Bosch’s success as a leader; his relations with the Catholic clergy, political leaders, and members of the military; and opposition to his policy on communism and social reform efforts.