Contra War

The Contra War was a conflict in Nicaragua during the 1980s, involving the U.S.-backed Contra rebel groups fighting against the socialist Sandinista government. The Sandinistas had overthrown a dictatorship and implemented reforms, but the U.S. government viewed them as a threat and supported the Contras to oppose their influence. The conflict included guerrilla tactics, economic struggles, and significant regional tension, ultimately lasting over a decade. The war was part of the larger Cold War rivalry, reflecting broader debates over democracy, communism, and U.S. foreign policy in Central America.