Peru during World War II

During World War II, Peru maintained a policy of neutrality and did not actively participate in the conflict. The Peruvian government, led by President Manuel Prado, declared its neutrality at the beginning of the war and sought to avoid becoming directly involved in the global conflict. However, despite its official stance of neutrality, Peru did experience some indirect impacts of the war. The country faced economic challenges due to disruptions in international trade, and there were concerns about the potential for Axis powers, particularly Germany and Japan, to threaten the region. As a result, Peru, like many other Latin American countries, took measures to strengthen its defense capabilities and enhance security.

Peru did establish diplomatic relations with the Allied powers and cooperated with the United States in certain areas. The Peruvian government allowed the United States to establish air bases on its territory to facilitate the transportation of supplies and personnel to support the war effort. Additionally, Peru participated in regional conferences and initiatives aimed at maintaining stability and security in the Americas.

Overall, while Peru officially maintained a position of neutrality during World War II, it did take some measures to protect its interests and contribute indirectly to the Allied cause through cooperation with the United States.

SUPPORT ME ON PATREON ►

SUPPORT ME ON PAYPAL ►

SUBSCRIBE ►

INSTAGRAM ►

SOURCES

– Latin America During World War II (Thomas M. Leonard, John F. Bratzel).

(18012023).

(18012023).

(18012023).

(18012023).

IMAGES

Images from commons.wikimedia.org.

VIDEO

Video material from:

CONFLICTO PERU-ECUADOR 1941: ALERTA EN LA FRONTERA

Lima 1937 Glimpses Of Peru.flv

Lima, Peru, a fines de los años 40

"Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."