Villa Expedition Memorial

The Villa Expedition Memorial commemorates the 1899 military campaign where U.S. forces, under General Leo F. R. Vilas, traveled to the Dominican Republic to help stabilize the political unrest and protect American interests. The memorial honors the troops' efforts and sacrifices during this intervention, which aimed to establish order and support a friendly government. Located in the United States, it serves as a historical reminder of the country's early 20th-century involvement in Caribbean affairs and the impact of American foreign policy during that period.