Nicaraguan Contra

The Nicaraguan Contra refers to guerrilla fighters who opposed the Sandinista government in Nicaragua during the 1980s. After the Sandinistas overthrew the dictatorship in 1979, many Contra groups, supported covertly by the U.S., fought to oust the Sandinistas, citing concerns over communist influence. The conflict involved armed clashes, political struggles, and controversy over U.S. support, including covert operations and funding. The Contra war was a significant part of Nicaragua’s history, highlighting Cold War tensions in Central America and raising questions about intervention, sovereignty, and the ethics of foreign influence.