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The Old Republic (1889-1930) and the Getulio Vargas era (1930-1945) were important periods in which the ground work was made for the development of Brazil’s Military Industrial Complex. During these periods, political leaders realized it was necessary for Brazil to put an end to dependency on foreign countries for their weapons and ammunitions. However, it was apparent that Brazil did not have the technology needed to achieve it goals. What was Brazil to do about its dependency on foreigners for their national security? ... The threat of military actions by other countries forced Brazil to criticize its own military power. ... The answer appeared clear to Brazilian military leaders and politicians. ...
Brazil felt danger was always around the corner. In The Armed Forces and Industrialist in Modern Brazil: The Drive for Military Autonomy, 1889-1945, Stanley E. Hilton’s explains why Brazil felt an urgent need to attain military power. In the mid 1890’s, Brazil experienced several revolts which demonstrated the armed forces lack of strength. The threat of civil war loomed heavily over the military. ... The armed force’s inability to deal with “fanatics” was severely felt by political and military leaders, but few things changed. ... Then in 1914-1915, another situation similar to Canudos took place in Santa Catarina-Parana, again demonstrating the lack of military power.
Brazil may have been correct in sizing up military risks because danger was around the corner, only a little south. Many critics agreed with General de Fonseca, when it became apparent that neighboring countries were looking to challenge Brazil. ... The fear of involvement with other neighbors added to the need of war material in Brazil. ... Yet, according to Hilton Brazil was most concerned with Argentina. ... In the early 1930’s Brazil was still unable to create a satisfactory amount of weapons. Their continued fear of some type of involvement gave evidence that Brazil continued to be unhappy with their rate of industrialization. If Brazil had industrialization it would then have autonomy.
Approximate Word count = 1618
Approximate Pages = 6.5
(250 words per page double spaced)
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