A review by harbinger1230
Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire by Jonathan M. Katz

5.0

A grim, detailed look at the building of America's overseas empire from the perspective of a marine at the forefront of it all. Paired with a modern trek following the same path to investigate and reflect on the legacy and ongoing struggles this empire has wrought. Mired with racism, corruption and exploitation, it leaves one with a lot to think about after shining a light on an area of history often left shuttered.