United States Marine Corps officially withdrew from Nicaragua

In January 1933, the United States Marine Corps officially withdrew from Nicaragua, marking the end of a military presence that had lasted for several years. This withdrawal was a significant moment in Nicaraguan history, as it followed a prolonged period of conflict led by rebel general Augusto César Sandino, who had been fighting against both the Nicaraguan regime and the U.S. forces since 1927. In the wake of the Marines' departure, the U.S. established the Guardia Nacional, a national guard that served as a combined military and police force. This organization was trained and equipped by American forces and was designed to ensure loyalty to U.S. interests in the region. The creation of the Guardia Nacional was part of a broader strategy to maintain influence in Nicaragua and to stabilize the country after years of turmoil. The legacy of this military intervention and the subsequent establishment of the Guardia Nacional would have lasting implications for Nicaragua's political landscape and its relationship with the United States.