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Why did the United States support rebel groups to declare their independence from Colombia and form the country of Panama?
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The Spanish controlled Colombia and refused to allow U.S. merchants to trade in the country.
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The Panamanian rebels were in control of important trade routes that the United States needed to access.
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The United States wanted to promote the spread of democracy throughout Latin America.
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The Colombian government had been blocking U.S. plans to build a canal in Panama.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -On 3 November 1903, after the Colombian senate voted to reject a treaty that would have given the United States broad control over a canal, Panamanians launched a revolt.
Detailed explanation-2: -The United States recognized Panama on November 6, 1903, after Panama declared its independence from Colombia. On November 3, 1903, Panamanians had revolted against the Colombian government, declared an independent Republic of Panama, and established a provisional government junta.
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