TED-Ed: The dark history of bananas | John Soluri

The video explores the history of the banana industry, focusing on the United Fruit Company's influence in Central America. It begins with Manuel Bonilla's return to power in Honduras, backed by United Fruit. The video traces the cultivation of bananas from Southeast Asia to the Americas, highlighting the rise of Gros Michel bananas in the US. United Fruit's dominance in Central America is discussed, including its land acquisitions and political influence. The Panama disease crisis and its impact on banana plantations are examined. The video concludes with political shifts, land reforms, and the transition to Cavendish bananas, addressing modern challenges in the banana industry.

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