Uruguay during World War II

During World War II, Uruguay maintained a neutral stance, refraining from direct involvement in the conflict. Despite its geographic distance from the main theaters of war, Uruguay was not immune to its effects. The war had significant repercussions on the country's economy and society.
Uruguay experienced economic challenges due to disruptions in global trade and fluctuations in commodity prices. The conflict also sparked political tensions domestically, with debates over the nation's neutrality and its implications. There were instances of political polarization, reflecting broader international divisions. Despite its neutral stance, Uruguay provided some support to the Allies through diplomatic channels and by contributing resources such as food and raw materials. Additionally, the country served as a refuge for European immigrants fleeing persecution, particularly Jewish refugees.
Uruguay's involvement in World War II primarily revolved around maintaining its sovereignty and stability amidst the global turmoil. After the war, Uruguay played a role in the establishment of international organizations like the United Nations, contributing to efforts to prevent future conflicts and promote global cooperation.
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- The United States and the Southern Cone: Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay (Arthur P. Whitaker).
- Uruguay, A Country Study (Federal Research Division).
- La derecha política en Uruguay en la era del fascismo, 1930 -1940 (Alfredo Alpini).
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[@HistoryHustle]

Correction: Uruguay was under Brazilian rule till 1825 and became independent in 1828.

[@marcoskehl]

To complement from Wiki ヽ(͡◕ ͜ʖ ͡◕)ﾉ 🍀 🇧🇷 : "Cisplatina was a Brazilian province in existence from 1821 to 1828 created by the Luso-Brazilian invasion of the Banda Oriental. From 1815 until 1822 Brazil was a constituent kingdom of the United Kingdom of Portugal, Brazil and the Algarves." Obrigado, Stefan!

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Uruguay is pronounced more like (approx.): 'er[d]o-WHY' (or [less-often]: 'er[d]o-WAY'), just for your information.

[@Hillbilly001]

Always great stuff Stefan. Enjoyed it immensely. Cheers

[@waynesworldofsci-tech]

Stefan is a gem.

[@Hillbilly001]

@@waynesworldofsci-tech Absolutely. He covers such unknown topics. Priceless. Cheers

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U are awesome

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Keep bringing it!

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[@karmaprotogen]

Just a correction on 0:36, Brazil lost the province of Cisplatina in 1825 not 1925, just a correction so people dont get confused lol

[@HistoryHustle]

Dumb mistake. Sorry.

[@HaakonOdinsson]

Love these S. American WW2 histories - nicely put together and great narration as usual. Thanks for these 👍

[@HistoryHustle]

Many thanks!

[@xvsj5833]

Excellent research !!! Thank you for sharing Stefan 🍻 cheers

[@aidankitson7877]

Fascinating piece about this tiny country. Thanks Stefan

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[@ab9840]

You should read about the Uruguayan civil war and what happened to the Uruguayan city of Paysandú ( the city is refered to has Paysandú the heroic) from December 1864 to January 1865. One thousand city defenders against 15000. Most of the 15000 were made up of troops of the empire of Brazil alongside Uruguayan rebels. Even the Brazilian imperial navy was involved. They say they fired many artillery shells into the city. From across the river, the people in Argentina could see the siege but the Argentine government did not get involved since they seemed to prefer the Uruguayan rebels (the main leader of this group and supporters had crossed over from Argentina). After much destruction to the city, the defenders in the end agreed to give up. However, the winners got nasty and eliminated many of the leadership and defenders. At that time the US was having its own civil war. ] The Uruguayan civil war led Paraguay to intervene on the side of the Uruguayan legal government. In the end, that led to the war of the triple alliance (Paraguayan war) from Octuber 1864 to March 1871. Argentina, Empire of Brazil and the new leaders of Uruguay against Paraguay.

[@iSilverGame]

Great video! Glad I could help

[@HistoryHustle]

Many thanks my friend!!

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Another great informative vid again from our favorite Travellin' Teach👍 Greets from Grun' 🇳🇱, TW.

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Thanks. Greets from Bogotá 🇨🇴

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@@HistoryHustle : Bogotá ! Have a great time Stefan 👍

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[@mohammedsaysrashid3587]

Another wonderful historical coverage episode about the recent history of Uruguay 🇺🇾 since its independent 1811 from Spain 🇪🇸 empire, annexation by Brazil 🇧🇷, confederation with Argentina 🇦🇷, finally total independent , weakened intervention by Nazism Germany, fascism Italy. During WW2...it seems to me Uruguay had wisdom politicians ,they preserved neutrality During desperate circumstances .. thank you for an amazing ( history Hustle) channel .introduced by 🙏 ( Sir Stefan) ...good luck

[@gumdeo]

Another superb presentation.

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Happy to watch the fruit of your visit.

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[@scottweisel3640]

I enjoyed reading W.E.B Griffin’s historical fiction novel Honor Bound 25 years ago. It centers on Axis activity in Uruguay. I’m glad to get more factual information about this country during this time period from you.

[@marcelolopez1681]

Hey there! Are you here in Montevideo?? I greatly enjoy your videos!

[@HistoryHustle]

I was there for some days in April.

[@dbarrett6001]

Thanks!

[@HistoryHustle]

Many thanks for your support 💪

[@pyeitme508]

Yes

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@@HistoryHustle Ya welcome!

[@SuddenStrike_Kemo_Centeral]

Great video

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[@gibraltersteamboatco888]

Excellent. Thank you. BZ Was there much backlash from the Italian community when Uruguay cut ties with Mussolini?

[@McIntyreBible]

Thanks Stephen for this subject; it was very informative!

[@HistoryHustle]

Thanks for watching!

[@rjames3981]

I think there’s a British war film from the late 1950s about the Battle of the River Plate. ‘The film's storyline concerns the Battle of the River Plate, an early World War II naval engagement in 1939 between a Royal Navy force of three cruisers and the German pocket battleship Admiral Graf Spee’.

[@HistoryHustle]

Thanks for sharing.

[@peterhughes8699]

Thanks Stefan - as a visitor and lover of Uruguay I'm happy to hear they had the brains to keep out of WW2 and not have strong Fascist political parties. Salu Uruguay :)

[@therevyfilms246]

It's probably just me but that guy on the left at 3:19 reminds me of that actor Charles Dance 🤷‍♂️

[@mammuchan8923]

Nice video Stefan, I actually know very little about Uruguay, though my parents did visit there during the 80s and told us how beautiful it was.

[@EdMcF1]

Uruguay: 'They have the whole damned ocean to fight in, and they both turn up here.'

[@bigsarge2085]

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[@CARL_093]

many ship after the wars over gone to Argentina maybe few had encounter the British navy just speculating here hehe

[@Alexzander19736]

@HistoryHustle Do you perhaps have a docu about the creation of the border of The Netherlands ? As far i know it had once a big part of Germany.

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Not sure.

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[@rojaunjames747]

Could you do Jamaica during ww2

[@HistoryHustle]

Won't travel there anytime soon.

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"As "for"me..."Instructor " when "you"got "done" with this "topic"..."it"was a"wrap"..."especially within "the "time"constraint"!! "Par"for the "course".."Sir"!!

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[@alanstrong55]

If Uruguay is a friendly state today, good enough. Let the Grace of God abound.

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